Cautious Planner Mugs

For 29 years, Bert's strategy had been to reach retirement without making any waves,missteps or career-limiting moves. And it might have worked, too, if only he'd foreseen the fossilization risk.

"My motto in life has always been: 'Never commit to something you might possibly regret at some vague, unspecified later date, given 20/20 hindsight!'"

"I know it looks fine, but let's get an engineer's report and a termite inspection just to be on the safe side."

"Measure twice. Wipe once."

"He wants the cat for his next trick. I'd be real careful about this, Eileen."

Finally Fritz had solved the problem. No terrorist would ever kill him.

The future: watch your step

"I dunno, looks like a trap."

"Compare Calculate Contrast Before you make a move"

'Let's try it once without the parachute.'

A wiser and a better man

The Porkypine Pals - Moon Business

"The best laid plans of mice and men... differ materially in their objectives."

"I want the contract to say that if we win a championship of any sort, no one spills champagne on my head."

Hang on, don't cross now: I can see a car coming...

"Do you mind? I'm reading the prospectus carefully before investing."

'I'd like to play, but I'm afraid it might void my warranty.'

"Looks very promising. Put us down for one half of one share."

Them/ Us

Tortoise Goes For A Swim

"On reflection, it might be prudent to leave this one till last..."

'Let's get some sheep, and don't worry if the shepherd has fire: I'll take care of it...'

All Eggs in One Basket world headquarters

Having shrewdly grabbed a window fan to bulk up his shirt, Winston hoped his buff look would land him a date.

"Well, my pension was tied up in the cruise liner industry."

"Was there ever a boy scout badge for 'caution'?"

'You should try to be more spontaneous.' 'I shall. When I'm good and ready.'

Western Institute of Architectural Design - Congratulations class of 2005!

Half a loaf is better than none..

Gymnast on balancing beam about to slip on a banana skin.

'Mom says if you're going to buy anything online,I'm supposed to make sure it's a secure site.'

Don't do it, kid. Think. Think.

"Judging by the belt and suspenders, I sense you're a risk averse investor."

"Happy New Year"

Observe, Prepare, Act