Envy * 2

The confidence of amateurs is the envy of professionals.
—    George Jean (G J or Gj) Nathan
[And the optimism of youth is the envy of the older.    —    KMAB]
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On This Day In:
2014	Destiny For The Talented
2013	I Do Not Fear It
2012	Until Found
2011	Reducing Goods To Data
	The Fog Of Civilization Building

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In Praise Of Change

It is also said of me that I now and then contradict myself.  Yes, I improve wonderfully as time goes on.
—    George Jean Nathan
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Windows Or Doors

An optimist is a fellow who believes a housefly is looking for a way to get out.
—    George Jean Nathan
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A Fist Full Of Confusion

No man can think clearly when his fists are clenched.
—    George Jean Nathan
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The Lucky Few

Love is an emotion experienced by the many and enjoyed by the few.
—    George Jean Nathan
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Drowsy In Comfort

A man loves most truly that woman in whose company he can feel drowsy in comfort.
—    George Jean Nathan
Love looks not with the eyes, but with the mind.
—    William Shakespeare
Love: It is a beautiful necessity of our nature to love something.
—    Douglas Jerrold
[To My Hil,  Happy Valentine’s Day!  Love Always, Your Kev    —    KMAB]
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Interesting Drink

I drink to make other people interesting.
—    George Jean Nathan
[Sometimes I drink more than others…  (other times, not people.  Well, okay.  People, too.)    —    KMAB]
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