"A kind word never broke anyone's mouth."

"A turkey never voted for an early Christmas."

"A diplomat must always think twice before he says nothing."

"True strength lies in gentleness."

"A lie travels farther than the truth."

"Bricks and mortar make a house, but the laughter of children makes a home."

"You can鈥檛 argue with all of the fools in the world. It鈥檚 easier to let them have their way, then trick them when they鈥檙e not paying attention."

"Honor has not to be won; it must only not be lost."

"When all is summed up, a man never speaks of himself without loss; his accusations of himself are always believed; his praises never."

"To die is nothing; but it is terrible not to live."

"It's easy to quit drinking. I 've done it a thousand times."

"I did it partly because it was worth it, but mostly because I shall never have to do it again."