If every man works at that for which nature fitted him, the cows will be well tended. — Jean de La Fontaine
Patience and perseverance at lengthAccomplish more than anger or brute strength. — Jean de La Fontaine
The fastidious are unfortunate: nothing can satisfy them. [Lat., Les delicats sont — Jean de La Fontaine
Love cries victory when the tears of a woman become the sole defence of her virtue. — Jean de La Fontaine
We love good looks rather than what is practical, Though good looks may prove destructive. — Jean de La Fontaine
Socrates, when informed of some derogating speeches one had used concerning him — Jean de La Fontaine