If a dog jumps in your lap, it is because he is fond of you; but if a cat does the same thing, it is because your lap is warmer.
I am not an adventurer by choice but by fate.
It's very hard to take yourself too seriously when you look at the world from outer space.
Only dull people are brilliant at breakfast.
He who laughs, lasts!
Never hold discussions with the monkey when the organ grinder is in the room.
Nothing is more conducive to peace of mind than not having any opinions at all.