Edith Bunker

"I've been married to Archie for all these years, and I'm still learning patience."

"Education is important, but common sense is more important."

"Time flies when you're having fun, but it crawls when you're waiting for dinner."

"A woman should always look her best, even if nobody's watching."

"I believe in telling the truth, even when it gets you in trouble."

"The best things in life are simple - a good meal, a clean house, and a happy family."

"I don't understand all this modern music - whatever happened to good old melodies?"

"Archie says I talk too much, but I say he doesn't listen enough."

"You can't judge a book by its cover, but you can sure tell a lot by what's inside."

"I always try to see the good in people, even when it's hard to find."

"A mother's love is the strongest thing in the world."

"You have to take the good with the bad in life."

"I've learned that the best friendships are the ones that last."

"Hope is what keeps you going when everything seems hopeless."

"You need courage to face your fears, and I've had to do plenty of that."

"Things are always changing, whether you like it or not."

"Knowledge is power, as they say."

"I think it's important to be true to yourself."

"Peace of mind is worth more than gold."

"Nature is God's way of showing us what beauty really is."

"Art is something that touches your heart and soul."

"Science is fine, but sometimes you just need common sense."

"Music has a way of lifting your spirits when you're down."

"I put my faith in the good Lord and in my family."

"A good leader listens to people and cares about their needs."

"Hard work never hurt anybody - well, maybe Archie."

"I've always dreamed of having a happy family, and I think I've achieved that."

"Sometimes you just have to laugh at life's absurdities."

"Beauty comes in all shapes, sizes, and ages."

"I don't like to think about death, but I know it's a part of life."