Archive for the ‘Quotes’ Category

Colley Cibber

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

I’ve lately had two spiders Crawling upon my startled hopes– Now though thy friendly hand has brushed ‘em from me, Yet still they crawl offensive to mine eyes: I would have some kind friend to tread upon ‘em.

F A Hayek

Wednesday, August 18th, 2010

…if we wish to preserve a free society, it is essential that we recognize that the desirability of a particular object is not sufficient justification for the use of coercion.

Sir Walter Scott

Monday, August 16th, 2010

If you live according to the requirements of nature, you will never be in want, if according to the fashions of the world you will never be rich.

Robert Burns

Monday, August 16th, 2010

Then gently scan your brother man, Still gentler sister woman, Though they may gang a’ kennin’ wrang To step aside is human.

Fun Facts 398

Friday, August 13th, 2010

‘The first rule of magic is simple. Don’t waste your time waving your hands and hoping when a rock or a club will do.’ — McCloctnik the Lucid