Giving parties is a trivial avocation, but it pays the dues for my union card in humanity.
The loudest psalm singer in the congregation always is a reformed sinner.
Laugh at yourself first, before anyone else can.
Good manners - the longer I live the more convinced I am of it - are a priceless insurance against failure and loneliness. And anyone can have them.
Keep your talent in the dark and you'll never be insulted.
Nothing spoils a good party like a genius.