Cliff Clavin

From: Cheers

403 quotes

"It's a little known fact that the Library of Congress has a section devoted entirely to my postal route observations."
Knowledge
"You know, Norm, I've been thinking about life, and I've come to realize that the mailman sees all."
Wisdom
"The key to happiness is understanding that every letter I deliver is someone's happiness in an envelope."
Happiness
"I once dated a woman who didn't appreciate my vast knowledge of postal regulations. That's when I learned about love."
Love
"Success isn't about money, it's about having the respect of your fellow mail carriers."
Success
"You want to know the secret to friendship? Show up, do your job, and tell interesting stories at the bar."
Friendship
"My family always said I'd amount to something. And look at me now – the most knowledgeable postal worker in Boston."
Family
"There's always hope at the end of the mail route."
Hope
"It takes real courage to deliver to Mrs. Henderson's house. That dog is no joke."
Courage
"Change is inevitable, like the changing of seasons in New England, or like mail carriers changing their routes."
Change
"I've got more education about the postal system than most people have about their own professions."
Education
"The pursuit of knowledge led me to memorize every address in my postal code."
Knowledge
"Time is precious – that's why I'm always punctual with my deliveries."
Time
"The truth is, not everyone appreciates a good postal anecdote, but I don't let that stop me."
Truth
"Freedom means the right to discuss mail delivery procedures without interruption."
Freedom
"Peace comes from a well-organized mail sorting system."
Peace
"Nature teaches us that even the migration patterns of birds follow postal routes."
Nature
"Art is subjective, but my collection of commemorative stamps is objectively superior."
Art
"The science of mail delivery is more complex than most people realize."
Science
"Music is nice, but have you ever heard the sound of mail sliding into a slot perfectly?"
Music
"I have faith that one day everyone will understand the importance of postal workers."
Faith
"Leadership means setting an example, which is why I'm always on time."
Leadership
"Work is what gives life meaning – particularly my work as a dedicated postal carrier."
Work
"My dreams include one day becoming Postmaster General of the entire United States."
Dreams
"Humor helps us get through the day, especially when Mrs. Chen keeps asking where her package is."
Humor
"There's a certain beauty in a perfectly organized mail cart."
Beauty
"Death and taxes – and mail delivery – these are life's certainties."
Death
"Perseverance is what keeps me going through snow, sleet, and the occasional vicious poodle."
Perseverance
"I'm grateful for every opportunity to serve my community through postal delivery."
Gratitude
"Creativity in mail sorting can save you hours each week."
Creativity