Bachelors begin at thirty-six. Up till this age they are regarded as single men.

in a village you can't sack or fight with someone, as you'll find yourself stuck beside them in the hairdresser's next morning.

hurting other people is not excusable because you've been hurt yourself.

People who can write a book usually do.

If you feel compelled to give a New Year's Eve party, don't invite people to arrive too early or they'll go off the boil before midnight.

Youve simply got to go on and on with your family and friends and tell them how much you love them because you never know whether theyll be there tomorrow, do you?

The only thing a whirlwind courtship does is blow dust in everyone's eyes.