Every man is a damn fool for at least five minutes every day; wisdom consists in not exceeding the limit.
Imitation is the sincerest form of insult.
Optimism is a kind of heart stimulant - the digitalis of failure.
Opportunities for education should be within the reach of every individual, not for the lucky few.
Perfume: any smell that is used to drown a worse one.
Never explain - your friends do not need it and your enemies will not believe you anyway.