A pessimist sees only the dark side of the clouds, and mopes; a philosopher sees both sides, and shrugs; an optimist doesn't care. Momentum is wht it wants to gather.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

Theability to speak eloquently is not to be confused with having something tosay.

Power gravitates to the man who knows how.

Anyonewho conducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence,just his memory.

Aquarrel is like buttermilk: once it's out of the churn, the more you shakeit, the more sour it grows.

No one was ever really taught by another; each of us has to teach himself.

A man may die, nations may rise and fall, but an idea lives Ideas have endurance without death.

Civilization is a movement and not a condition, a voyage and not a harbour.

Keep things 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

Friendships begin with liking or gratitude-roots that can be pulled up.

Thego-between wears out a thousand sandals.