Never have a companion that casts you in the shade. -- Baltasar Gracian The history of every country begins in the heart of a man or woman. -- Willa Cather Look for a long time at what pleases you, and for a longer time at what pains you. -- Colette Never let the fear of striking out get in your way. -- Babe Ruth Kings have long arms, but misfortune longer; let none think themselves out of reach. -- Benjamin Franklin A man's first care should be to avoid the reproaches of his own heart, his next to escape the censures of the world. -- English Proverb Pay quickly what thou owest. The needy tradesman is made glad by such considerate haste. -- Walter Smith BONUS QUOTE: The main ingredient of stardom is the rest of the team. -- John Wooden