by B.J. Axthelm

Fools Test the Water

Penny for your thoughts—
not much to have to pay.
But if your mind should go blank,
don’t forget to turn off the sound.
Only a fool tests the water
when no one is around.
Never let yesterday use up today.
Keep your lantern brightly lit
before it all fades away.
B. J. Axthelm

Favorite Sayings

Success is not a destination, it is a road.
Even if you’re on the right track,
you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
All wise men share one trait—the ability
to listen.
Live your life so you don’t have
to hide your diary.
Don’t wait for something to turn up;
get a spade and dig.
- Collected by B. J. Axthelm