Our natures are a lot like oil, mix us with anything else, and we strive to swim on top.

Our natures are a lot like oil, mix us with anything else, and we strive to swim on top.

I would be true, for there are those who trust me; I would be pure, for there are those who read more

I would be true, for there are those who trust me; I would be pure, for there are those who care; I would be strong, for there is much to suffer; I would be brave, for there is much to dare.

No scoundrel is so stupid as to not find a reason for his vile conduct.

No scoundrel is so stupid as to not find a reason for his vile conduct.

As a rule, there is no surer way to the dislike of men than to behave well where they have read more

As a rule, there is no surer way to the dislike of men than to behave well where they have behaved badly.

'He means well' is useless unless he does well.

'He means well' is useless unless he does well.

If you're never scared or embarrassed or hurt, it means you never take any chances

If you're never scared or embarrassed or hurt, it means you never take any chances

Be nice to people on your way up because you'll meet them on your way down.

Be nice to people on your way up because you'll meet them on your way down.

Live so that you can at least get the benefit of the doubt.

Live so that you can at least get the benefit of the doubt.

Act the way you'd like to be and soon you'll be the way you act.

Act the way you'd like to be and soon you'll be the way you act.