Friday, September 29, 2006

Most Quotable Friday

More people would learn from their mistakes if they weren't so busy denying them.
- Harold J. Smith

When solving problems, dig at the roots instead of just hacking at the leaves.
- Anthony J. D'Angelo

A positive attitude may not solve all your problems, but it will annoy enough people to make it worth the effort.
- Herm Albright

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.
- Margaret Mead

There are two kinds of people: those who do the work, and those who take the credit. Try to be in the first group; there is less competition there.
- Indira Gandhi

To have a right to do a thing is not at all the same as to be right in doing it.
- G.K. Chesterton

4 comments:

Bea said...

Chesterton is always good for some food for thought. Good choice.

The Great Sparlini said...

Had to say hello! I have been MIA for a long time now due to work, and lack of a computer for a while. I haven't forgotten about the blog, just haven't had the time to get it done. I have to catch up on yours too!

Jennifer said...

When solving problems, dig at the roots instead of just hacking at the leaves.
- Anthony J. D'Angelo

This?

It's my new mantra. Thanks for gifting me with it.

And also, the Margaret Mead quote? One of my favorite in THE ENTIRE WORLD.

socialworker/frustrated mom said...

Good ones thanks.