"I prefer to remember the happy things over 10 years, the things that went well. Let me see, what did go well?"

"Weak minds sink under prosperity as well as adversity; but strong and deep ones have two high tides"

"Never trust a man who speaks well of everybody"

"A house is not a home unless it contains food and fire for the mind as well as the body"

"I feel happy to terrify kids"

"I was married to Margaret Joan Howe in 1940. Although not a scientist herself she has contributed more to my work than anyone else by providing a peaceful and happy home"

"The League is very well when sparrows shout, but no good at all when eagles fall out"

"My best friend is the man who in wishing me well wishes it for my sake"

"If you want to eat well in England, eat three breakfasts"

"No man is happy who does not think himself so"

"If you want a thing done well, do it yourself"