Proverbs to Live By
"As a matter of fact" is an expression that precedes many an expression that isn't. But officer, I was only trying to gain enough speed so I could coast to the nearest gas station. I don't think they could put him on a mental hospital. On the other hand, if he were already in, I don't think they would let him out. Lord, please let me find a one-armed economist so we won't always hear "on the other hand..." The student in question is performing minimally for his peer group and is an emerging underachiever! $100 placed at 7% interest compounded quarterly for 200 years will increase to more than $100,000,000 - by which time it will be worth nothing. 'Tis better that a man's own works, than another man's words should praise him. 'Tis distance lends enchantment to the view, and robes the mountain in its azure hue. 'Tis not the fairest form that holds the mildest, purest soul within;
"Tis not the richest plant that holds the sweetest fragrance in.
'Tis one thing to be tempted, another thing to fall.
'Tis strange the miser should his cares employ to gain the riches he can ne'er enjoy.
Originally published November 14, 2002.
