One of the hardest things to teach a child is that the truth is more important than the consequences.

Tact is the ability to make a person see lightning without letting him feel the bolt.

There are times when silence is the best way to yell at the top of your voice.

Patience is never more important than when you are at the edge of losing it.

A dog is one of the remaining reasons why some people can be persuaded to go for a walk.

Initiative is to success what a lighted match is to a candle.

You're never quite sure how you feel about a neighbor until a 'For Sale' sign suddenly appears in front of his house.

The willingness to trust others even when you know you may be taken advantage of is the cornerstone of becoming civilized.

Praise can be your most valuable asset as long as you don't aim it at yourself.

Man can learn a lot from fishing - when the fish are biting no problem in the world is big enough to be remembered.