A man doesn’t begin to attain wisdom until he recognizes he is no longer indispensable.
—Richard Evelyn Byrd
Topics: Wisdom
Singing is such an excellent thing, that I wish all people would sing
—Richard Evelyn Byrd
Topics: Singing
Few men during their lifetime come anywhere near exhausting the resources dwelling within them. There are deep wells of strength that are never used.
—Richard Evelyn Byrd
The human race cannot go forward without liberty. If this be correct, then all people everywhere should strive for liberty. If they achieve liberty, they will get a chance to pursue happiness and perhaps will be able to develop toward the ultimate goal of creation.
—Richard Evelyn Byrd
Topics: Liberty
Give wind and tide a chance to change.
—Richard Evelyn Byrd
Topics: Change
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