Violence stops thought. Hence its popularity as a pain-killer.

Opportunity often goes begging. Luck, never.

After an argument, silence may mean acceptance or the continuation of resistance by other means.

Reputation runs behind the current state of affairs.

If you are going to be rude, be quick about it.

Blonds look angelic, but can (oh, happy!) be fleshy as well.

Romantics consider common sense vulgar.