Repeat after me. I promise not to run outside of the house. I promise not to run inside of the house. I promise not to touch, pick up, step on, anything that looks interesting.
A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones that need the advice.
You can not make everybody happy.
When I was a boy if a girl got pregnant the shame was placed on her and the boy could get away.
Don't talk yourself into not being you.
Beware of people who fall at your feet. They may be reaching for the corner of the rug.