But compared with the task of selecting a piece of French pastry held by an impatient waiter a move in chess is like reaching for a salary check in its demand on the contemplative faculties.

This is a test. It is only a test. Had it been an actual job, you would have received raises, promotions, and other signs of appreciation.

But compared with the task of selecting a piece of French pastry held by an impatient waiter a move in chess is like reaching for a salary check in its demand on the contemplative faculties.

In a house where there are small children the bathroom soon takes on the appearance of the Old Curiosity Shop.

Birds which are the same color as the foliage in which they nest are less likely to be disturbed by other birds who want to drop in and chat, and therefore last longer.

For a nation which has an almost evil reputation for bustle, bustle, bustle, and rush, rush, rush, we spend an enormous amount of time standing around in line in front of windows, just waiting.

A boy can learn a lot from a dog: obedience, loyalty, and the importance of turning around three times before lying down.