This is the posture of fortune's slave: one foot in the gravy, one foot in the grave

This is the posture of fortune's slave: one foot in the gravy, one foot in the grave

James Thurber was an American author and cartoonist known for his witty and satirical take on everyday life. One of his most famous quotes, “This is the posture of fortune's slave: one foot in the gravy, one foot in the grave,” perfectly encapsulates his dark humor and cynical view of the world.