There is ... an inverse correlation between the amount of power a person has and the level at which his or her mind functions. A person of ordinary intelligence who acquires power, of whatever kind, tends to develop an exaggerated view of his own capabilities. Sycophants gather. There is little or no criticism of decisions. As his ability to disrupt the lives of others advances, these tendencies become stronger. Eventually you end with Louis the Fourteenth, who thinks he’s done a good job for France, although the country he left behind was ruined.

Jack McDevitt, Infinity Beach 

Treat the earth well, it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children.

Native American Proverb (as seen in Pagosa Springs, CO)

I can’t process that piece of information, so I’ll just forget it.

Said by a busy doctor.

I’m so glad I come from the last century.

A friend 

Because it’s over, smile because it happened

Seen on a memorial bench on the Capital Crescent Trail 

 Because it’s over

 Smile because it happened

 

Seen on a memorial bench on the Capital Crescent Trail 

Moderation in the service of moderation is no vice.

 Said to an old friend.