"To be a great man it is necessary to turn to account all opportunities."

-- Francois de La Rochefoucauld

#Opportunity Quotes #Men Quotes #Turns Quotes

“London is a city of clubs and private houses. You have to be a member.”

Source : Alec Waugh (2011). “The Sugar Islands: A Collection of Pieces Written About the West Indies Between 1928 and 1953”, p.208, A&C Black
“Two monks sit facing, playing chess on the mountain, The bamboo shadow on the board is dark and clear. Not a person sees the bamboo's shadow, One sometimes hears the pieces being moved.”

Source : Bai Juyi, “On The Lake (1)”
“There will be no lasting peace either in the heart of individuals or in social customs until death is outlawed.”
“The worst days of darkness through which I have ever passed have been greatly alleviated by throwing myself with all my energy into some work relating to others.”
“In New York, I'll walk down the street and someone will say, 'Nice show,' and that's it. If I'm at a food festival, it's open season.”
“Cynicism is an unpleasant way of saying the truth.”
“I look forward to spring cleaning and putting things in their place. It's therapeutic for me.”
“I'm addicted to Jack's Wife Freda, a South African - Jewish-inspired restaurant founded by my brother Dean and his amazing wife, Maya. The vibe is cool and relaxed, perfect for a daytime bite or a nightcap. I always get the Peri-Peri chicken and the kale Greek salad, but all the food is delicious. You simply cannot go wrong!”

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