Donald G. Firesmith Quotes & Sayings

Nothing seems to tempt fate more than mentioning the possibility of something bad happening. — Donald G. Firesmith

He leaned towards me, and I did what any reasonable person would do when facing imminent death by being eaten alive. I screamed. — Donald G. Firesmith

Woe to any climate denier who called climate change a hoax when she was nearby. — Donald G. Firesmith

I nearly said something, but then thought better of it. It doesn't pay to publicly point out the failings of the person providing your paycheck. — Donald G. Firesmith

They prefer their meals alive and terrified, for fear is their favorite sauce. — Donald G. Firesmith

We spent a few hours struggling to come up with better explanations, but each suggestion was shot down almost as soon as it was made. The suggestions became wilder, eventually to the point of silliness. — Donald G. Firesmith

As long as we're comparing analogies," Jack added, "how about this one? A person being chased by a bear doesn't have to be able to run faster than the bear. He only has to be faster than his slowest companion. Driver picks. I'm going to catch up with the convoy, find a way to pass several of the cars, and not be last in line. — Donald G. Firesmith

Software bugs are like cockroaches; there are probably dozens hiding in difficult to reach places for every one you find and fix. — Donald G. Firesmith