Marcus Valerius Martial

I would not miss your face, your neck, your hands, your limbs, your bosom and certain other of your charms. Indeed, not to become boring by naming them all, I could do without you, Chloe, altogether.
Marcus Valerius Martial

There is no living with thee, nor without thee.
Marcus Valerius Martial

That spot of earth has special charms for me, in which a limited income produces happiness, and moderate wealth abundance.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Why do strong arms fatigue themselves with frivolous dumbbells? To dig a vineyard is worthier exercise for men.
Marcus Valerius Martial

If you want him to mourn, you had best leave him nothing.
Marcus Valerius Martial

To be able to look back upon one's past life with satisfaction is to live twice.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Fortune gives too much to many, enough to none.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Glory comes too late, after one as been reduced to ashes.
Marcus Valerius Martial

You give me nothing during your life, but you promise to provide for me at your death. If you are not a fool, you know what I wish for!
Marcus Valerius Martial

Glory paid to our ashes comes too late.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Be content to be what you are, and prefer nothing to it, and do not fear or wish for your last day.
Marcus Valerius Martial

If fame is to come only after death, I am in no hurry for it.
Marcus Valerius Martial

I do not like the man who squanders life for fame; give me the man who living makes a name.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.
Marcus Valerius Martial

Conceal a flaw, and the world will imagine the worst.
Marcus Valerius Martial