I have known some men possessed of good qualities which were very serviceable to others, but useless to themselves; like a sun-dial on the front of a house, to inform the neighbours and passengers, but not the owner within.

The lack of belief is a defect that ought to be concealed when it cannot be overcome.

Punning is a talent which no man affects to despise but he that is without it.

Don't set your wit against a child.

Bachelor's fare: bread and cheese, and kisses.

Complaint is the largest tribute heaven receives and the sincerest part of our devotion.

There were many times my pants were so thin I could sit on a dime and tell if it was heads or tails.