The way to secure peace is to be prepared for war. They that are on their guard, and appear ready to receive their adversaries, are in much less danger of being attacked, than the supine, secure, and negligent.

Don't go to the doctor with every distemper, nor to the lawyer with every quarrel, nor to the pot for every thirst.

Lawyers, Preachers, and Tomtits Eggs, there are more of them hatch'd than come to perfection.

Be slow in choosing a friend, slower in changing.

If you would not be laughed at, be the first to laugh at yourself.

Pride breakfasted with plenty, dined with poverty, and supped with infamy.

Covetousness is ever attended with solicitude and anxiety.