Quotes I Have Seen and Admired

I have decided to start noting (again) good quotes as I encounter them. Here we go:-

"In the EUSSR, it seems that the Gravy Train is more important than the Passenger Trains!"

"Before retirement I was lucky enough to be able to live and work in several countries. In all cases I followed local customs, ate the same foods, wore the same clothes, and enjoyed the experience. At no time was I ever offered any state benefits, residency or voting rights, nor did I expect any. I had to carry ID and had it inspected frequently. I did not try to tell the locals what to do. It might be a good idea for foreigners in the UK to try the same."

Interesting Thoughts

And he thought of those he angered,
For he was not a violent man,
And he thought of those he hurt,
For he was not a cruel man.

And he thought of those he frightened,
For he was not an evil man,
And he understood.
He understood himself.

Upon this he saw that when he was of anger
Or knew hurt or felt fear,
It was because he was not understanding,
And he learned, compassion.

And with his eye of compassion.
He saw his enemies like unto himself,
And he learned love.
Then, he was answered.

- Graeme Edge of the "Moody Blues"