Inspirational Quotations

Inspirational Quotes by Sam Ewing (American Writer)

Samuel James Ewing (b.1949) is an American former baseball player best known for his time with the Chicago White Sox and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Born in Lewisburg, Tennessee, Ewing showed exceptional athleticism early on, gaining a reputation as a powerful hitter and versatile player. He played college baseball at the University of Tennessee, where he stood out as a top performer. His impressive skills led to his selection in the first round of the 1971 MLB draft by the Chicago White Sox.

Ewing made his MLB début in 1973, primarily playing as an outfielder and designated hitter. His major league career spanned 1973–77, including time with the Chicago White Sox (1973–76) and the Toronto Blue Jays (1977.) He also played in Japan’s Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB) league with the Nippon-Ham Fighters 1978–80, demonstrating his adaptability and skill on the international stage.

Beyond baseball, Ewing is celebrated for his wit and insightful reflections on life, human nature, and perseverance. His thoughtful and humorous commentary has earned him recognition as a respected voice in both sports and broader cultural discussions.

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Nothing is so embarrassing as watching someone do something that you said couldn’t be done.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Action

In many instances, marriage vows would be more accurate if the phrase were changed to ‘Until debt do us part’.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Funny quotes, Marriage

Success has a simple formula: do your best, and people may like it.
Sam Ewing

Hard work spotlights the character of people: some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses, and some don’t turn up at all.
Sam Ewing

The average tourist wants to go to places where there are no tourists.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Tourism, Travel

When you finally go back to your old hometown, you find it wasn’t the old home you missed but your childhood.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Childhood, Aging

Vacation: Two weeks on the sunny sands – and the rest of the year on the financial rocks.
Sam Ewing

Nobody ever asks a father how he manages to combine marriage and a career
Sam Ewing
Topics: Father

An expert is someone called in at the last minute to share the blame.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Blame

The government deficit is the difference between the amount of money the government spends and the amount it has the nerve to collect
Sam Ewing
Topics: Government

Nothing is as frustrating as arguing with someone who knows what he’s talking about.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Arguments

Inflation is when you pay fifteen dollars for the ten-dollar haircut you used to get for five dollars when you had hair.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Money

Computers will never take the place of books. You can’t stand on a floppy disk to reach a high shelf.
Sam Ewing
Topics: Computers

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