We betroth ourselves by proxy, and then feel obliged to marry the intermediary.
Even if it's not appreciated, do your best. Integrity will take you further than acknowledgement.
A homely face does not guarantee a homely character. Appearance is the body, character is the spirit, and the soul bears the most vital qualities.
Most priests wish they were as righteous as they seem to most members of their congregations.
Education is the best provision for old age.
Capture your youth, while you can.
The elegance under pressure is the result of fearlessness.
Do not be afraid of what should be afraid of you
A good character is not only about the good person people know you to be. Your ability to tell the truth about how bad you had been is also a good character.
Her screams spiraled up into the night air
Precision, speed, unambiguity, knowledge of files, continuity, discretion, unity, strict subordination, reduction of friction and of material and personal costs - these are raised to the optimum point...