It is easy to assume a habit; but when you try to cast it off, it will take skin and all.
Josh BillingsPut an Englishman into the garden of Eden, and he would find fault with the whole blasted concern; put a Yankee in, and he would see where he could alter it to advantage; put an Irishman in, and he would want to boss the thing; put a Dutchman in, and he would proceed to plant it.
Josh BillingsAs a general rule, if you want to get at the truth - hear both sides and believe neither.
Josh Billings