It hinders the creative work of the mind if the intellect examines too closely the ideas as they pour in.
Yet have I ever heard it said that spies and tale-bearers have done more mischief in this world than poisoned bowl or the assassin's dagger.
We, we live! ours are the hours, and the living have their claims.
The zeal of friends it is that razes me, And not the hate of enemies.
Man is never so authentically himself as when at play.
Only those who have the patience to do simple things perfectly will acquire the skill to do difficult things easily.