A perfect method for adding drama to life is to wait until the deadline looms large.

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

Beholdthe turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

I said to the almond tree, ‘'Friend, speak to me of God,’' and the almond treeblossomed.

In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

Be notdisturbed at being misunderstood; be disturbed at not understanding.

A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

I think I could sum up my position on this with therecitation of a brief Russian proverb ‘Doveryai no Proveryai.’ Itmeans trust but verify.

An artist is a cut above the critic, for the artist is writing something which will move the critic. The critic is writing something which will move everybody but the artist

You andyour spouse should consider the arguments you have, not as calamities in thehistory of your child’sdevelopment, but as opportunities for learning. Take the opportunity to teachyour children the art ofand value in negotiation, and to demonstrate you

The hand of liberty is stronger than arms of power.