When you have observed how the field work has progressed, what things have been done, and what remains undone.
CATO THE ELDERCessation of work is not accompanied by cessation of expenses
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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Wise men profit more from fools than fools from wise men; for the wise men shun the mistakes of fools, but fools do not imitate the successes of the wise.
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You must keep her on a tight rein.
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Suffer women once to arrive at an equality with you, and they will from that moment become your superiors.
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Between the mouth and the morsel many things may happen.
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It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears.
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Grasp the subject, the words will follow.
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Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
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An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.
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When you have arrived at your country house and have saluted your household, you should make the rounds of the farm the same day, if possible; if not, then certainly the next day.
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Lighter is the wound foreseen.
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The public has more interest in the punishment of an injury than he who receives it.
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Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.
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Woman is a violent and uncontrolled animal, and it is useless to let go the reins and then expect her not to kick over the traces.
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I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.
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