He that hath a trade hath an estate; and he that hath a calling hath a place of profit and honor. A ploughman on his legs is higher than a gentleman on his knees.

I guess I don't so much mind being old, as I mind being fat and old.

Drink does not drown care, but waters it, and makes it grow faster.

I am what I am and that's all that I am and if I'm supposed to be somebody else, why do I look like me?

... there is much truth in the Italian saying, 'Make yourselves sheep, and the wolves will eat you.'

Take heed of the Vinegar of sweet Wine, and the Anger of Good-nature.

The best doctor gives the least medicines.