"I learned a long time ago that you can't make up for a bad meal with a good dessert."

"Control your expenses better than your competition. This is where you can always find the competitive advantage."

"I learn from everyone I meet even if it's learning what not to do."

"I've always been a frugal person."

"I have a little yellow Dodge convertible I drive in parades. I bought it for $1,900 from some guy who advertised in the paper."