No man can be a failure if he thinks he's a success; If he thinks he is a winner, then he is.

The Wanderlust has got me... by the belly-aching fire

His life, though none too long, Was never dull: Of woman, wine and song Bill had his full.

A promise made is a debt unpaid.

Old Year! upon the Stage of Time You stand to bow your last adieu; A moment, and the prompter's chime Will ring the curtain down on you.

Our breath is brief, and being so Let's make our heaven here below, And lavish kindness as we go.

Be master of your petty annoyances and conserve your energies for the big, worthwhile things. It isn't the mountain ahead that wears you out - it's the grain of sand in your shoe.