You create your opportunities by asking for them.
From the moment I picked up your book until I laid it down, I was convulsed with laughter. Some day I intend reading it.
No one gossips about other people's secret virtues.
I shouted, and earned a hard thump on my head for my trouble.
Money frees you from doing things you dislike. Since I dislike doing nearly everything, money is handy.
Liberals are very broadminded: they are always willing to give careful consideration to both sides of the same side.
I say luck is when an opportunity comes along, and you're prepared for it.