Thus we never see the true state of our condition till it is illustrated to us by its contraries, nor know how to value what we enjoy, but by the want of it.

Fear of danger is ten thousand times more terrifying than danger itself.

It is never too late to be wise.

Great families of yesterday we show, And lords, whose parents were the Lord knows who.

For sudden Joys, like Griefs, confound at first.

Things as certain as death and taxes, can be more firmly believed.

In trouble to be troubled, Is to have your trouble doubled! [People who get upset and worried at the first sign of misfortune are only making their situation worse and thereby doubling their troubles. Stay calm and happy. Cool and joyful heads are more likely to survive and prevail.]