Experience is a grindstone; and it is lucky for us, if we can get brightened by it, and not ground.
Life is short, but it's long enough to ruin any man who wants to be ruined.
Self-made men are most always apt to be a little too proud of the job.
The fools in this world make about as much trouble as the wicked do.
Young widows still bide their time.
Confess your sins to the Lord and you will be forgiven; confess them to man and you will be laughed at.