Ninety per cent of inspiration is perspiration
The dictionary tells us that inspiration is 'divine influence, especially that which is thought to visit poets, ect.' But although inspiration... Read more →
New brooms sweep clean
People newly appointed to post tend to make big changes. Like new brooms, they do their work thoroughly. When Mrs Bristow retired, Miss Parsons... Read more →
Never trouble trouble till trouble troubles you
Never look for trouble. Don't worry about something before it has happened. Your fears may be groundless, for it may never happen. Mr King was... Read more →
Never tell your enemy that your foot aches
Never admit a weakness to a person who is liable to take advantage of it.
Never spur a willing horse
A 'willing horse' is a person who works well and without complaint. (All lay loads on willing horse) Don't urge him on to work harder and... Read more →
Never spend your money before you have it
This proverb teaches prudence on money. If your father promises to give you 500 dollars on your twentieth birthday, which is in six months... Read more →
Never say die
Never give up. While there's life there's hope. Press on!
Never put off till tomorrow what may be done today
If a thing has to be done, do it now. Remember that Procrastination is the thief of time.
Never make threats you cannot carry out
This is sound advice because, if your bluff is called, you look very silly.
Never look a gift horse in the mouth
Never be too critical of anything you have received as a gift. The condition of a horse's teeth is a good guide to its age. If a man needs a... Read more →