Twain to the rescue

When we remember we are all mad, the mysteries disappear and life stands explained.
- Mark Twain

Well said, Mr. Clemens.
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Have you noticed that most of the quotes I like are somewhat, oh, I dunno ...

Cynical?

Yeah, that's probably the right word. I like dry humor. I appreciate people who can see past pretense.

"Past Pretense" -- that sounds like a column title.

Anyway, I had the idea that someone like Thoreau might have less acidic quotes. And he does ...

Success usually comes to those who are too busy to be looking for it.

Henry David Thoreau (1817 - 1862)

But he also has some bite:

Any fool can make a rule, and any fool will mind it.

Henry David Thoreau

That's enough for today. Busy, busy, busy.