There never was a woman who did not prefer an oblique compliment to a straight truth - if the latter were unflattering.
It takes more than a wise man to keep track of a foolish woman.
Satiety is a mongrel that barks at the heels of plenty.
Illusion is the dust the devil throws in the eyes of the foolish.
Matrimonially speaking, a bridle for the tongue is better than a rein for the heart.
Some men act upon women like champagne; when they appear the women are sparkling and full of brilliance; when they leave the fair ones grow flat, stale, and most unprofitable companions.