The trick to writing an aphorism is to place a period at the point where you're inclined to say, "in other words.
Sometimes in life we blow things out of proportion because proportion is so dull.
Few are humble, for it takes a self-esteem few possess.
Nothing reduces the odds against you like ignoring them.
What a unique treasure are the things we have learned to live without, for no thief can take them from us.
The painter needs all the talent of the poet, plus hand-eye coordination.