Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone, you may still exist, but you have ceased to live. Mark Twain
A round man cannot be expected to fit in a square hole right away. He must have time to modify his shape. Mark Twain
Don't tell fish stories where the people know you; but particularly, don't tell them where they know the fish. Mark Twain
If it's your job to eat a frog, it's best to do it first thing in the morning. And If it's your job to eat two frogs, it's best to eat the biggest one first. Mark Twain
Substitute 'damn' every time you're inclined to write 'very'; your editor will delete it and the writing will be just as it should be. Mark Twain
When your friends begin to flatter you on how young you look, it's a sure sign you're getting old. Mark Twain