Happiness is a thing to be practiced, like the violin. Some men must follow, and some command, though all are made of clay. Mendacity is a system that we live in. Liquor is one way out an death's the other. Might, could, would --they are contemptible auxiliaries. The charm of fame is so great that we like every object to which it is attached, even death. If each of us hires people smaller than we are, we shall become a company of dwarfs. Treat your friends as you do your pictures, and place them in their best light. Soft words are hard arguments. The right name is an advertisement in itself. A good meal ought to begin with hunger. Let your imagination release your imprisoned possibilities. Everyone loathes his own country and countrymen if he is any sort of artist. Discipline is the soul of an army. It makes small numbers formidable procures success to the weak, and esteem to all. |