So never lose an opportunity of urging a practical beginning, however small, for it is wonderful how often in such matters the mustard-seed germinates and roots itself. Florence Nightingale
When schemes are laid in advance, it is surprising how often the circumstances fit in with them. William Osler
How often misused words generate misleading thoughts. Herbert Spencer
No one would talk much in society, if he knew how often he misunderstands others. Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
Those who wear pearls do not know how often the shark bites the leg of the diver. African Proverb
No matter how often a pitcher goes to the water it is broken in the end. Irish Proverb