“Her thought drew being from the obscure borderland. She could not explain in so many words, but she felt that those who prepare for all the emergencies of life beforehand may equip themselves at the expense of joy. It is necessary to prepare for an examination, or a dinner-party, or a possible fall in the price of stock: those who attempt human relations must adopt another method or fail.”

“Knowledge leaves no room for chances.”

“Be prepared to be on the race to fulfill and to achieve fulfillment.”

“Even seasonal situations can bring with them lessons that last a lifetime. If the love doesn’t last, it prepares you for the one that will.”

“When Opportunity meets Preparation she greets her with open arms and they both say in unison, “Let’s do this!”

“He who is best prepared can best serve his moment of inspiration.”

“hope for the best, prepare for the worst”

“What we are waiting for is not as important as what happens to us while we are waiting. Trust the process.”

“There is always a part of my mind that is preparing for the worst, and another part of my mind that believes if I prepare enough for it, the worst won’t happen.”

“Always give your resume of good deeds when you run into someone that you wronged many years ago. They simply need to know today’s version of you, before they judge you on yesterday’s news.”

“Why not seize the pleasure at once? — How often is happiness destroyed by preparation, foolish preparation!”

“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.”

“Clearly outline your plans, acknowledge God and he will direct them for you. If you can have it planned, you can achieve it; if you have it planned big, you will achieve it big. Make your choice!”