There is frequently more to be learned from the unexpected questions of a child than the discourses of men.
John LockeHow then shall they have the play-games you allow them, if none must be bought for them?" I answer, they should make them themselves, or at least endeavour it, and set themselves about it. ...And if you help them where they are at a stand, it will more endear you to them than any chargeable toys that you shall buy for them.
John LockeParents wonder why the streams are bitter, when they themselves have poisoned the fountain.
John LockeThe rising unto place is laborious, and by pains men come to greater pains; and it is sometimes base, and by indignities men come to dignities.
John Locke