By the word simplicity, is not always meant folly or ignorance; but often, pure and upright Nature, free from artifice, craft or deceitful ornament.
Democracy is like having two wolves and a lamb decide what is for dinner.
The problem with common sense is, it isn’t.
It is the duty of mankind on all suitable occasions to acknowledge their dependence on the Divine Being.
Arguing is a game that two can play at. But it is a strange game in that neither opponent ever wins.
The pleasures of this world are rather from God’s goodness than our own merit.
He who is in love with himself has no rivals.
Traveling is one way of lengthening life, at least in appearance.
The greatest inventions are those inquiries which tend to increase the power of man over matter.
If you have a secret and tell someone everyone will know. You can only keep a secret if you don’t tell anyone.
You must always be prepared. Make sure to look at things from all angles. If you are not prepared you will fail.
People want to catch a buzz. That is why drugs are illegal, yet people still try to get their hands on them no matter what the consequence. Drugs make us happy, they may not be healthy.
You never want to give up your liberty, even if you are told it is for security. The Patriot Act is a perfect example of giving up liberty for security. It says let us tap your phones so we can keep safe.
Anyone can complain, and they should have the right to, but if you want to see change you must act. Actions speak louder than words. Don’t complain about things, change things.
You have two choices, write about something of significance or do something someone wants to write about.
We are all born without knowledge, but curious. With curiosity we should be able to learn as much as possible. With curiosity, it has to take a lot of work to remain ignorant.
The US Constitution only guarantees your rights as a citizen, it doesn’t guarantee happiness. It may take work, but if you have your rights, happiness is very possible.
You can’t tell anyone anything. You have to teach people for them to remember. Let the person experience what you are teaching and they will learn.
Wise men don’t need advice. Fools won’t take it.
Time is money.