Take one thing with another, and the world is a pretty good sort of a world, and it is our duty to make the best of it, and be thankful.

Fart for freedom, fart for liberty—and fart proudly.

Do good to thy friend to keep him, to thy enemy to gain him.

Be in general virtuous, and you will be happy. At least, you will by such conduct, stand the best chance for such consequences.

Reading was the only amusement I allowed myself

Then plough deep while sluggards sleep, and you shall have corn to sell and to keep.

He that takes a wife, takes care