Most of us retain enough of the theological attitude to think that we are little gods.

Men, like peaches and pears, grow sweet a little while before they begin to decay.

Deep-seated preferences cannot be argued about - you cannot argue a man into liking a glass of beer.

Nothing is so commonplace has the wish to be remarkable.

Leisure only means a chance to do other jobs that demand attention.

Old age is fifteen years older than I am.

Taxes are the price we pay for a civilized society.