Sir, he throws away his money without thought and without merit. I do not call a tree generous that sheds its fruit at every breeze. (Samuel Johnson)

Sir, he throws away his money without thought and without merit. I do not call a tree generous that sheds its fruit at every breeze.

Samuel Johnson

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