Three things are to be looked to in a building: that it stand on the right spot; that it is securely founded; that it be successfully executed.

Precaution is better than cure.

When you praise someone you call yourself his equal.

What reason would grope for in vain, spontaneous impulse ofttimes achieves at a stroke, with light and pleasureful guidance.

What you can do, or think you can, begin it.

Not the maker of plans and promises, but rather the one who offers faithful service in small matters. This is the person who is most likely to achieve what is good and lasting.

The little man is still a man.