There are only two times in a Man's life when he doesn't understand women--before he gets married, and after he is married.
Our virtues are most frequently but vices in disguise. (La Rochefoucauld)
Character and intelligence. The poles your talent spins on, displaying your gifts. One without the other brings only half of success. It isn't enough to be intelligent; you must also have the right character. The fool fails by behaving without regard to his condition, position, origin, or friendships. (Baltasar Gracian)