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(1879—1958), The Silver Stallion

The optimist proclaims that we live in the best of all possible worlds; and the pessimist fears this is true.

(1889—1963), French author

We must believe in luck. For how else can we explain the success of those we don't like?

(1942--), Cosmopolitan, 1972

The male is a domestic animal which, if treated with firmness and kindness, can be trained to do most things.

(1962--), American comic actor

Maybe there is no actual place called hell. Maybe hell is just having to listen to our grandparents breathe through their noses when they're eating sandwiches.

"The day will happen whether or not you get up."

(1916—1986)

U.S. poet

Early to bed and early to rise probably indicates unskilled labor.

(1916—1986)

U.S. poet

Gentility is what is left over from rich ancestors after the money is gone.

(1916—1986)

U.S. poet

Modern art is what happens when painters stop looking at girls and persuade themselves they have a better idea.

(1916—1986)

U.S. poet

The day will happen whether or not you get up.

(1916—1986), Saturday Review, 1966

There is nothing wrong with sobriety in moderation.