It's no use saying do this, do that, don't do that ... it's very easy when children want something to say no immediately. I think it's quite important not to give an unequivocal answer at once. Much better to think it over. Then, if you eventually say no, I think they really accept it.
Prince PhilipAll money nowadays seems to be produced with a natural homing instinct for the Treasury.
Prince PhilipThere are always twenty excellent reasons for doing nothing for every one reason for starting anything-especially if it has never been done before.
Prince Philip