Primary Image Written By: Carol Connare Editor-in-Chief, The Old Farmer's Almanac February 20, 2024 For daily wit & wisdom, sign up for the Almanac newsletter. Email Address Body Here are some unconventional “pearls of wisdom” to make you think—or smile—or just say, “Hmmm.” 1. War does not determine who is right—only who is left. Read Next Cloudy Crystal Ball: 16 Predictions That Didn’t Quite Come True What the Almanac Means to You The Enduring Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin 2. The early bird might get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese. 3. To steal ideas from one person is plagiarism. To steal from many is research. 4. How is it that one careless match can start a forest fire, but it takes a whole box to start a campfire? 5. A bank is a place that will lend you money if you can prove that you don’t need it. 6. Why do Americans choose from just two people running for president and 50 for Miss America? 7. When you’re tempted to fight fire with fire, remember that the fire department usually uses water. 8. A clear conscience is usually the sign of a bad memory. Now, if you share these words of wisdom on Facebook or the like, they are YOUR words of wisdom to pass along! Amusements About The Author Carol Connare Editor-in-Chief, The Old Farmer's Almanac Carol Connare is the 14th Editor-in-Chief in the history of The Old Farmer’s Almanac (founded in 1792!), and the second woman to hold the title.As editor, Carol leads a team of talented writers and ed... Read More from Carol Connare More Like This Cloudy Crystal Ball: 16 Predictions That Didn't Quite Come True What the Almanac Means to You The Enduring Wisdom of Benjamin Franklin So, What Is a Serving of Food? Aries Zodiac Sign: Dates, Personality Traits, and More October Horoscope 2025: Your Astrological Forecast for Every Zodiac Sign Comments Add a Comment 📣The Gardening Club Just Got Better! 3 Deliveries, 10% Store Discount, and more!Learn More
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