Thrice is he armed that hath his quarrel just, But four times he who gets his blow in fust
Josh BillingsIt's a wise man who profits by his own experience, but it's a good deal wiser one who lets the rattlesnake bite the other fellow.
Josh BillingsExperience is a grindstone; and it is lucky for us, if we can get brightened by it, and not ground.
Josh BillingsIf you believe you can do something, then you can acquire the ability to do it even if you didn't have it in the beginning.
Josh Billings