Do not be desirous of having things done quickly. Do not look at small advantages. Desire to have things done quickly prevents their being done thoroughly. Looking at small advantages prevents great affairs from being accomplished.

The amount of sleep required by the average person is five minutes more.

The cuckoo who is on to himself is halfway out of the clock.

The days just prior to marriage are like a snappy introduction to a tedious book.

Count 10 over him - he'll get up

Some of the greatest love affairs I've known have involved one actor-unassisted.

The best way to keep your friends is not to give them away.