Drive inexpensive cars, but own the best house you can afford.
Talent without discipline is like an octopus on roller skates. There's plenty of movement, but you never know if it's going to be forward, backwards, or sideways.
Don't overlook life's small joys while searching for the big ones.
Become the kind of person who brightens a room just by entering it.
Make allowances for your friends' imperfections as readily as you do for your own.
Remember that the most valuable antiques are dear old friends.