After A Long Pause

As often happens,

someone asked how he became so successful.

He smiled.

I owe it to advice I got from my uncle as I boarded the ship to leave the old country.

Never say never or always;
people can always prove you wrong.
Seldom say sometimes or maybe;
people may at times find you timid.
Be moderate in all things,
lest you grow old too quickly.
Yet, never be excessive in your moderation,
lest you forget what it is to be young.
On Tuesday and Thursday
be sure to look before you leap.
Other days,
do not be he who hesitates.
Know that he who has no rules is yet to be born;
he who has no exceptions has yet to live.
Take ownership of your future
or of your past
never of both.
Finally,
repeat good advice by the whole
and live the best advice by halves.

As often happens,

after a long pause,

someone asked his opinion of the weather.

After A Long Pause

Bob Komives

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