Because Maggie Smith is a national treasure (and yes I realize she’s from England) here are 9 of Violet Crawley, Dowager Countess of Grantham, finest gems.  Wisdom has never been more sassy.

#9

Gold.

 

#8

Imagine what would she think of websites.

 

#7

Ouch!

 

#6

So good.

 

#5

Amen.

 

#4

Truth.

 

#3

Sage advice as always.

 

#2

You Rapscallion.

 

#1

And Scene.