That is no uncommon observation.

The young, have an edge which they are desirous of blunting; the old contrariwise.

The cry of the young for pleasure is actually--I have studied their language--a cry for burdens.
Curious! And the old ones cry for having too many on their shoulders: which is not astonishing.

Between them they make an agreeable concert both to charm the ears and guide the steps of the philosopher, whose wisdom it is to avoid their tracks.' 'Good.

But I have asked you for practical advice, and you give me an essay.' 'For the reason, duke, that you propose a case that suggests hanging.
You mention two things impossible to be done.