You can't cross the sea merely by standing and staring at the water. Don't let yourself indulge in vain wishes.

In a hierarchy, every employee tends to rise to his level of incompetence.

Marriage is a good deal like taking a bath-not so hot once you get accustomed to it.

A rut is a grave with the ends knocked out.

Scientists are still trying to produce life in the laboratory, but it shouldn't be difficult if the laboratory assistant is pretty and willing.

A censor is an expert in cutting remarks. A censor is a man who knows more than he thinks you ought to.

Everyone rises to their level of incompetence.