Setting a good example for your children does nothing but increase their embarrassment.
The cat could very well be man's best friend but would never stoop to admitting it.
For disappearing acts, it's hard to beat what happens to the eight hours supposedly left after eight of sleep and eight of work.
Few things are more satisfying than seeing your own children have teenagers of their own.
Wisdom is the quality that keeps you from getting into situations where you need it.
Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred to talk.