"Do Your Dirt but Don't Get Dirty

As I grew older, I realized that no matter how hard you keep your shoes clean – especially the mid-soles – they will always get dirty since they mostly touch the ground... and dirt. Conclusion? All shoes are destined to be dirty when worn on a regular basis. It's just like life. No matter how comfortable you want it to be, trials and obstacles will always come your way. And you have to face it.

suffering an apparent attack of arrogance and ego.

Roses grow where a teacher hits.

And we're gonna put the pen in the box, and she loved lavender roses so we can put a rose petal in here.

Those who don't pick roses in summer won't pick them in winter either