many people must be ruled to thrive. In their selfishness and greed, they see free people as their oppressors. They wish to have a leader who will cut the taller plants so the sun will reach them. They think no plant should be allowed to grow taller than the shortest, and in that way give light to all. They would rather be provided a guiding light, regardless of the fuel, than light a candle themselves.

It's only some rice and beans Captain. It's not like I'm giving you Cara's hand in marriage." - Richard

Books served to keep hard-won knowledge safe. They endured.

If the road is easy, you're likely going the wrong way.

Many people believe everything others say, even though what they see with their own eyes, should be enough to tell them otherwise.

Never let a beautiful woman pick your path for you when there is a man in her line of sight

But in the end, we can’t live our lives by ‘what if’ and ‘if only.’ We can only do the best we can to the best of our ability based on what we know. That’s why the truth is so important.