The poet gives us his essence, but prose takes the mould of the body and mind entire.

In thefield of observation, chance favors only theprepared minds.

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,

We have no more right to consume happiness without producing it than to consume wealth without producing it

An honest man's word is as good as his bond.

The work of an unknown good man is like a vein of water flow hidden underground, secretly making the ground greener.

Wecannot always control our thoughts, but we can control our words, andrepetition impresses the subconscious, and we are then master of thesituation.

The desire of appearing clever often prevents our becoming so.

Worry is a circle of inefficient thoughts whirling about a point of fear.

If youare standing upright, don't worry if your shadow is crooked.

Use softwords and hard arguments.

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