Quotes by Doug Larson

About Doug Larson:

Doug Larson was a columnist and editor for the Door County Advocate (1953–1964) and wrote a daily column for the Green Bay Press-Gazette (1964–1988), both Wisconsin-based newspapers. The column was originally syndicated through United Media under the title "Senator Soaper Says"; Larson took over authorship in 1980. Previously, it had been written by Bill Vaughn of the Kansas City Star.
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The only nice thing about being imperfect is the joy it brings to others.

Doug Larson

The surprising thing about young fools is how many survive to become old fools.

Doug Larson

There must be a happy medium somewhere between being totally informed and blissfully unaware.

Doug Larson

There are few things more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own.

Doug Larson

If the English language made any sense, lackadaisical would have something to do with a shortage of flowers.

Doug Larson

To err is human; to admit it, superhuman.

Doug Larson

Utility is when you have one telephone, luxury is when you have two, opulence is when you have three - and paradise is when you have none.

Doug Larson

For disappearing acts, it's hard to beat what happens to the eight hours supposedly left after eight of sleep and eight of work.

Doug Larson

Sometimes opportunity knocks, but most of the time it sneaks up and then quietly steals away.

Doug Larson

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush.

Doug Larson

Few things are more satisfying than seeing your children have teenagers of their own.

Doug Larson

Wisdom is the reward you get for a lifetime of listening when you'd have preferred to talk.

Doug Larson

Wisdom is the quality that keeps you from getting into situations where you need it.

Doug Larson

Author Bio

  • NameDoug Larson
  • DescriptionAmerican journalist
  • BornFebruary 10, 1926
  • CountryUnited States Of America
  • ProfessionJournalist