Marriage to a woman more successful than you can work, provided you take pride in her achievements and are secure in your own. For years I was known as Helen Gurley Brown's husband, and, frankly, I loved it. Good health is beautifully boring. When you visit the Hayden Planetarium at the Museum of Natural History and you realize the enormity of the universe and the insignificance of Earth and all who live on it, it's hard to conceive of a god in our own image. Never sleep with anyone who has more trouble or less money than you have.
Children can age an adult faster than ten years in prison.
Parents can have the same effect on children. Bad dreams are more likely the result of strong cheeses than suppressed guilt. The most unlikely women are the most explosive lovers. Bad news is rarely exaggerated, and first reports of disaster can always be trusted. At that point, have someone pour vodka into your mouth.