The average man’s life consists of: Twenty years of having his mother ask him where he is going, Forty years of having his wife ask the same question; and at the end, the mourners wondering too.

Only hethat has traveled the road knows where the holes are deep.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

The good things of life are not to be had singly, but come to us with a mixture; like a school boy's holiday, with a task affixed to the tail of it.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

A man of courage is also full of faith.

Saying nothing... sometimes says the most.

Thefreedom of the city is not negotiable. We cannot negotiate with those whosay, What’s mine is mine and what’s yours is negotiable.

Thegreatest lesson in life is to know that even fools are right sometimes.

Power takes as ingratitude the writhing of its victims.

He that is unkind to his own will not be kind to others.

Conflictinvolves incompatible behaviors rather thancompetitive goals.