Quotes by Sam Levenson

About Sam Levenson:

Sam Levenson was an American humorist, writer, teacher, television host, and journalist.
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It was on my fifth birthday that Papa put his hand on my shoulder and said, 'Remember, my son, if you ever need a helping hand, you'll find one at the end of your arm.'

Sam Levenson

The reason grandparents and grandchildren get along so well is that they have a common enemy.

Sam Levenson

Insanity is hereditary; you get it from your children.

Sam Levenson

Somewhere on this globe, every ten seconds, there is a woman giving birth to a child. She must be found and stopped.

Sam Levenson

The simplest toy, one which even the youngest child can operate, is called a grandparent.

Sam Levenson

Lead us not into temptation. Just tell us where it is; we'll find it.

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We should not permit prayer to be taken out of the schools; that's the only way most of us got through.

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When I was a boy I used to do what my father wanted. Now I have to do what my boy wants. My problem is: When am I going to do what I want?

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You must learn from the mistakes of others. You can't possibly live long enough to make them all yourself.

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It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and say the opposite.

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I admit that: my wife is outspoken, but by whom?

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I'm going to stop putting things off, starting tomorrow!

Sam Levenson

Just try to be happy. Unhappiness starts with wanting to be happier.

Sam Levenson

You must pay for your sins. If you have already paid, please ignore this notice.

Sam Levenson

Any kid who has two parents who are interested in him and has a houseful of books isn't poor.

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Any beast can cry over the misfortunes of its own child. It takes a mensch to weep for others' children.

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For Attractive lips, speak words of kindness.  For lovely eyes, seek out the good in people.  For a slim figure, share your food with the hungry.  For beautiful hair, let a child run their fingers through it once a day.  For poise, walk with ...

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For beautiful eyes, look for the good in others. For beautiful lips, speak only words of kindness. And for poise, walk with the knowledge that you never walk alone.

Sam Levenson

Siblings: children of the same parents, each of whom is perfectly normal until they get together.

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Happiness is a by-product. You cannot pursue it by itself.

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Author Bio

  • NameSam Levenson
  • DescriptionAmerican journalist
  • BornDecember 28, 1911
  • DiedAugust 27, 1980
  • ProfessionJournalist