But the shortest works are always the best.

- Jean De La Fontaine

We are never content with our lot.

- Jean De La Fontaine

Man is so made that when anything fires his soul, impossibilities vanish.

- Jean De La Fontaine

A person often meets his destiny on the road he took to avoid it.

- Jean De La Fontaine

No favor can win gratitude from a cat.

- Jean De La Fontaine

Patience and time do more than strength or passion.

- Jean De La Fontaine

We become innocent when we are unfortunate.

- Jean De La Fontaine

To live lightheartedly but not recklessly; to be gay without being boisterous; to be courageous without being bold; to show trust and cheerful resign…

- Jean De La Fontaine

Half of today is better than all of tomorrow.

- Jean De La Fontaine