One must be fond of people and trust them if one is not tomake a mess of life.

Melancholy is the joy of being said.

Of all human foibles love of living is the most powerful.

I have never been able to conceive how any rational beingcould propose happiness to himself from the exercise of power over others.

Do not despair, not even over the fact that you don't despair.

The lion and the calf shall lie down together, but the calf won't get much sleep.

Pessimism, when you get used to it, is just as agreeable as optimism.

Youcan't turn back the clock. But you can wind it up again.

Men are cruel, but man is kind.

It is atrick among the dishonest to offer sacrifices that are not needed,or not possible, to avoid making those that are required.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

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