When Poets Go Off The Boil, They

Who Would Not Give Up Wit For Power And Beauty?

To Be A Social Success, Do Not Act Pathetic, Arrogant, Or Bored. Do Not Discuss Your Unhappy Childhood, Your Visit To The Dentist,the Shortcomings Of Your Cleaning Woman, The State Of Your Bowels, Or Your Spouse's Bad Habits. You Will Be Thought A Paragon (or Perhaps A Monster) Of Good Behavior.

Reading A Great Book Causes Jolts And Frights.

While There's Life, There's Fear.

Austerity Causes Constipation; Excess, Diarrhea.