Rare is the person who can weigh the faults of others without putting his thumb on the scales.

Rare is the person who can weigh the faults of others without putting his thumb on the scales.

The gardener's rule applies to youth and age: When young "sow wild oats," but when old, grow sage. -H. J. Byron.

Life's too short for chess.

There is no such thing as a life of passion any more than a continuous earthquake, or an eternal fever. Besides, who would ever shave themselves in such a state?

The poor dog, in life the firmest friend. The first to welcome, foremost to defend.