“i drank what?” ~ socrates
on the drive with kenny jones – we discussed smart quotes that help dumb people. It’s actually a book called “if ignorance is bliss, why aren’t there more happy people?: smart quotes for dumb people”.
co-author john mitchinson has put together loads of funny and inspiring quotes from the greatest minds in history like albert einstein…and perhaps some of the strangest minds in history like frank zappa. even dolly parton, who’s known for her wise words, is in there.

mitchinson says, “you can get pretty much get all the wisdom in the world in about three lines.
this got us on the topic of our favorite quotes and sayings. here’s some of the drive contingent’s faves…
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i like to quote albert einstein…that way, nobody contradicts me. here are a few other famous quotes that made the list:
famous quotes
- knowledge is power. ~ francis bacon
- time is money. ~ benjamin franklin
- whether you think you can or think you can’t…you’re right. ~ henry ford
- great spirits have always encountered voilent opposition from week minds. ~ albert einstein
that last one is my fave. how about you? got a favorite quote or saying you’d like to add to the list???
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