Studying literature at Harvard is like learning about women at the Mayo clinic.

Studying literature at Harvard is like learning about women at the Mayo clinic.

One shouldn't talk of halters in the hanged man's house.

One shouldn't talk of halters in the hanged man's house.

Many people believe that humility is the opposite of pride, when, in fact, it is a point of equilibrium. The read more

Many people believe that humility is the opposite of pride, when, in fact, it is a point of equilibrium. The opposite of pride is actually a lack of self esteem. A humble person is totally different from a person who cannot recognize and appreciate himself as part of this worlds marvels.

I quote others in order to better express myself.

I quote others in order to better express myself.

Nothing in the world is more haughty than a man of moderate capacity when once raised to power.

Nothing in the world is more haughty than a man of moderate capacity when once raised to power.

You create your opportunities by asking for them.

You create your opportunities by asking for them.

You can always draw as well as you know how to. I flatter myself that I feel more than I read more

You can always draw as well as you know how to. I flatter myself that I feel more than I express on canvas; but I know that is not so.

The more sand that has escaped from the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should see through it.

The more sand that has escaped from the hourglass of our life, the clearer we should see through it.

Listen or thy tongue will keep thee deaf.

Listen or thy tongue will keep thee deaf.