Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Bring ideas in and treat them royally,for one of them may be the king.

There'sno point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

Youcannot truly listen to anyone and do anything else at the same time.

Do not judge, and you will never be mistaken

Every age thinks its battle the most important of all.

Neversay more than is necessary.

If you truly want honesty, don't ask questions you don't really want the answer to.

Luck iswhat happens when preparation meets opportunity.

Renown and repose do not go together.

A good listener is not only popular everywhere, but after while he gets to know something.

Untrained intelligence is as much of use as a bottle without an opener.