It is much safer to reconcile an enemy than to conquer him; victory may deprive him of his poison, but reconciliation of his will.
The greatest results in life are usually attained by common sense and perseverance.
A combed writing will cost both sweat and the rubbing of the brain. And combed I wish it, not frizzled or curled.
There is no belittling worse than to over praise a man.
To be gentle is the test of a lady.
Promises may get friends, but it is performance that must nurse and keep them.