There is one other reason for dressing well, namely that dogs respect it, and will not attack you in good clothes.

We may climb into the thin and cold realm of pure geometry and lifeless science, or sink into that of sensation. Between these extremes is the equator of life, of thought, or spirit, or poetry,--a narrow belt.

A state of war or anarchy, in which law has little force, is so far valuable, that it puts every man on trial. The man of principle is known as such, and even in the fury of faction is respected.

The South-wind brings Life, sunshine and desire, And on every mount and meadow Breathes aromatic fire; But over the dead he has no power, The lost, the lost, he cannot restore; And, looking over the hills, I mourn The darling who shall not return.

Among the map makers of each generation are the risk takers, those who see the opportunities, seize the moment and expand man's vision of the future

I like people who can do things

Fear defeats more people than any other one thing in the world.