I live and reign since I have abandoned those pleasures which you by your praises extol to the skies. [Lat., Vivo et regno, simul ista reliqui Quae vos ad coelum effertis rumore secundo.] Horace
Adversity has the effect of eliciting talents, which in prosperous circumstances would have lain dormant. See image Horace
A heart well prepared for adversity in bad times hopes, and in good times fears for a change in fortune. See image Horace
Men more quickly and more gladly recall what they deride than what they approve and esteem. See image Horace