A wise man knows everything a shrewd one everybody.
We sometimes try to impress people we just met by not trying to impress them.
Saying that you do not remember something or someone is a less embarrassing or hurtful way of saying that you do not know it or them anymore.
Depth of friendship does not depend on length of acquaintance.
Sudden acquaintance brings repentance.
I look upon every day to be lost in which I do not make a new acquaintance.
If a man is worth knowing at all he is worth knowing well.
I never miss Meeting now," I said. "Do not look surprised. I have sent many a prayer heavenward on your behalf. And your father is not home yet. Your uncle sails under more danger of his own making. T...