good sayings...

Colin Powell’s 13 Rules of Life
01. It ain’t as bad as you think. It will look better in the morning.
02. Get mad, and then get over it.
03. Avoid having your ego so close to your position that when your position falls, your ego goes with it.
04. It can be done!
05. Be careful what you choose. You may get it.
06. Don’t let adverse facts stand in the way of a good decision.
07. You can’t make someone else’s choices. You shouldn’t let someone else make yours.
08. Check small things.
09. Share credit.
10. Remain calm. Be kind.
11. Have a vision. Be demanding.
12. Don’t take counsel of your fears or naysayers.
13. Perpetual optimism is a force multiplier.
Source: My American Journey, by Colin Powell Jan 1, 1996


01. Never give yourself a haircut after three margaritas.
02. You need only two tools: WD-40 and duct tape.
If it doesn't move and it should, use WD-40.
If it moves and shouldn't, use the tape.
03. The five most essential words for a healthy, vital relationship are "I apologize" and "you are right."
04. Everyone seems normal until you get to know them.
05. If he / she says that you are too good for him / her - believe them.
06. Learn to pick your battles; ask yourself, "Will this matter one year from now?
How about one month? One week? One day?"
07. When you make a mistake, make amends immediately.
It's easier to eat crow while it's still warm.
08. Living well really is the best revenge.
09. Work is good, but it's not that important.
Money is nice, but you can't take it with you.
Statistics show most people don't live to spend all they saved; some die even before they retire.
Anything we have isn't really ours; it was given to us by God;
He just let us borrow it while we're here....even our kids.