Average Run

Famous quotes containing the words average and/or run:

“But the whim we have of happiness is somewhat thus. By certain valuations, and averages, of our own striking, we come upon some sort of average terrestrial lot; this we fancy belongs to us by nature, and of indefeasible rights. It is simple payment of our wages, of our deserts; requires neither thanks nor complaint.... Foolish soul! What act of legislature was there that thou shouldst be happy? A little while ago thou hadst no right to be at all.”
—Thomas Carlyle (1795–1881)

“Hobbies are apt to run away with us, you know; it doesn’t do to be run away with. We must keep the reins.”
—George Eliot [Mary Ann (or Marian)