222 Quotes by John Gay

We were able to settle down when we needed to.

Envy's a sharper spur than pay: No author ever spar'd a brother; Wits are gamecocks to one another.

We only part to meet again. / Change, as ye list, ye winds; my heart shall be / The faithful compass that still points to thee.

What will not luxury taste? Earth, sea, and air, Are daily ransack'd for the bill of fare. Blood stuffed in skins is British Christians' food, And France robs marshes of the croaking brood.

To cheat a man is nothing; but the woman must have fine parts, indeed, who cheats a woman

I never, with important air, In conversation overbear. . . . . My tongue within my lips I rein; For who talks much must talk in vain.

The physical play got to us and then frustration set in. We needed to get something going offensively, but we turned it over, couldn't get back (on defense) ? that was the story.

What happiness the rural maid attends, In cheerful labour while each day she spends! She gratefully receives what Heav'n has sent, And, rich in poverty, enjoys content.

Fill ev'ry glass, for wine inspires us, / And fires us / With courage, love and joy. / Women and wine should life employ. / Is there aught else on earth desirous?