There are three things extremely hard: steel, a diamond, and to know one's self.
One of the greatest tragedies of life is the murder of a beautiful theory by a gang of brutal facts.
Industry need not wish.
Be studious in your profession, and you will be learned. Be industrious and frugal, and you will be rich. Be sober and temperate, and you will be healthy. Be in general virtuous, and you will be happy.
The cat in gloves catches no mice.
Watch the pennies and the dollars will take care of themselves.