Happiness lies in virtuous activity, and perfect happiness lies in the best activity, which is contemplative
AristotleMarriage is like retiring as a bachelor and getting a sexual pension. You don't have to work for the sex any more, but you only get 65% as much.
AristotleThe greatest thing by far is to have a command of metaphor. This alone cannot be imparted by another; it is the mark of genius, for to make good metaphors implies an eye for resemblances.
Aristotle