Studying the past may suggest new ways of going wrong.
Some eras worship infancy; some, the aged. None as yet has adored middle age.
Skepticism may undermine beliefs, but never belief.
Writing is a refuge from unhappiness, but has its own sorrows.
The tragic hero prefers death to prudence. The comedian prefers playing tricks to winning. Only the villain really plays to win.
Three meals plus bedtime make four sure blessings a day.