Don't give a child cut flowers,
Let him grow his own.

The fool cries when the roof caves in.
The wise man builds something with it.

There's no problem in lighting a fire---
keeping it lit-that's the secret.
   Dr. James Standifer

You will always find some Eskimos ready
to instruct the Congolese
on how to cope with heat waves.
   Stanislaw Lec

A problem defined is half-solved.

You don't water a camel with a spoon.
   Armenian

All problems are really opportunities in disguise.
    Robert Anthony

Half of being smart
is knowing what you're dumb at.

We have two ears and one mouth
that we may listen the more
and talk the less.

Trust in God
but tie your camel.

An ice cream cone can solve any problem---
even if it's only for a few minutes.

After all,
to make a beautiful omelet
you have to break an egg.
   Spanish

It's hard to fight an enemy
who has outposts in your head.
   Sally Kempton

Don't be afraid to take a big step
if one is indicated.
You can't cross a chasm
in two small jumps.
  David Lloyd George

Are you going to drive the car
with your hands on the rearview mirror
or on the steering wheel?

Opportunity always involves some risk.
You can't steal second base
and keep your foot on first.
  Frederick Jackson