Pliny the Younger (61-113)

Gaius Plinius Caecilius Secundus, better known in English as Pliny the Younger, was a lawyer, author, and magistrate of Ancient Rome. Pliny's uncle, Pliny the Elder, helped raise and educate him.

Quotes

There is nothing to write about, you say. Well then, write and let me know just this - that there is nothing to write about; or tell me in the good old style if you are well. That's right. I am quite well.

Writing
An object in possession seldom retains the same charm that it had in pursuit.

Possessions
That indolent but agreeable condition of doing nothing.

Laziness
His only fault is that he has no fault.
However often you may have done them a favour, if you once refuse they forget everything except your refusal.