The best rose-bush, after all, is not that which has the fewest thorns, but that which bears the finest roses. – Henry Van Dyke Category: Perspective
All men have a reason, but not all men can give a reason. – John Henry Cardinal Newman Category: Perspective
A little grit in the eye destroyeth the sight of the very heavens, and a little malice or envy a world of joys. One wry principle in the mind is of infinite consequence. – Thomas Traherne Category: Perspective
The least unkindness from a friend is of greater smart than the hardest usage from an enemy. – Greek proverb Category: Perspective
There is something about going to sea. A little bit of discipline, self-discipline and humility are required. – Prince Andrew Category: Military, the
I have no agenda except to be funny. Neither I or the writers profess to offer any worldly wisdom. – Julia Louis-Dreyfus Category: funny
The results of political changes are hardly ever those which their friends hope or their foes fear. – Thomas Huxley Category: Fear
