But on the whole, though I never arrived at the perfection I had been so ambitious of obtaining, but fell far short of it, yet I was, by the endeavour, a better and happier man than I otherwise should have been had I not attempted it; as those who aim at perfect writing by imitating the engraved copies, their hand is mended by the endevour, and is tolerable while it continues fair and legible
Benjamin FranklinYou only have the right to pursue happiness; you have to catch it yourself.
Benjamin FranklinThe trouble with doing nothing is not knowing when you're finished.
Benjamin FranklinOnly a virtuous people are capable of freedom. As nations become corrupt and vicious, they have more need of masters.
Benjamin FranklinHe does not possess wealth; it possesses him.
Benjamin FranklinTag: wealth-and-virtues
Keep thy eyes wide open before marriage and half shut afterward.
Benjamin Franklin...there will be sleeping enough in the grave....
Benjamin FranklinTag: inspirational
there was great difference between persons and, discretion did not always accompany years nor was youth always with out it
Benjamin FranklinTag: life discretion
If you fail to plan, you are planning to fail!
Benjamin FranklinTag: inspirational planning wordplay
Great beauty, great strength, and great riches are really and truly of no great use; a right heart exceeds all
Benjamin FranklinTag: inspirational romantic fact
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