Nature hasgiven men one tongue and two ears, that we may hear twice as much as wespeak.

Deep-seatedpreferences cannot be argued about.

War does not determine who is right - only who is left

Listening,not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery.

Conflictis inevitable, but combat is optional.

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,

Mediocrity knows nothing higher than itself, but talent instantly recognises genius.

A taste for truth at any cost is a passion which spares nothing:

The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.

The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.

Humor is the affectionate communication of insight.

Patience is the art of hoping.