An old broom knows the dirty corners best. Have a mouth of ivy and a heart of holly. A silent mouth is musical. Associate with the nobles, but be not cold to the poor and lowly. Face the sun, but turn your back to the storm.
Cleverness is better than strength.
Strengthen the Truth, and it will Strengthen you. Better to be quarreling than lonesome. Food is the 'horse' of work Character is better than wealth. There is no luck except where there is discipline. A good start is half the work God's help is nearer than the door A closed hand only gets a clenched fist.