Life Is Short And So Is This Book

by Peter Atkins

I try to notice the beauty around me; it helps me think and relax. In fact, I regularly take pictures with my cell phone camera (some are included here) as a reminder to stop and look. It’s a simple thing (and my pictures won’t win any prizes) but it works.

The biggest mistake men make when they think about getting married is they assume women won’t change; the biggest mistake women make is they assume they can change men.

If you live your life authentically, keep your word, admit mistakes, and admit what you don’t know, you’ll find people will trust you more over time, and you’ll become wiser too.

Taking care of yourself means finding a balance that works for you, then having the discipline to maintain that balance.

Almost anyone can be a father or a mother, but being a good parent takes hard work, focus, and a great deal of caring. Despite the obvious sacrifices of time and resources,