To be simple is the best thing in the world; to be modest is the next best thing. I am not so sure about being quiet.

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

Girls .. . were allowed to play in the house . . . and boys were sent outdoors. . .Boys ran around in the yard with toy guns going kksshh-kksshh,fighting wars for made-up reasons and arguing about whowas dead, while girls stayed inside and played with dol

Beon a horse when you go in search of a better one.

Onlywhen all contribute their firewood can they build up a strong fire.

You can be erudite with knowledge of others; you can be wise only with your wisdom.

It is easier to discover deficiencies in indivuduals, states and providence than to see their real import and value.

The king goes as far as he may, not as far as he could.

Saying nothing... sometimes says the most.

If speakingis silver, then listening is gold.

Theshallower the brook, the more it babbles.

To start blindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness,and will lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.