Some thoughts on preparations for war.

"So many ships," Vetinari said. "In such a short time too. How very well organized. Very well organized. One might almost say . . . astonishingly well organized. As they say, 'If you would seek war, prepare for war.'

"I believe, my lord, the saying is 'If you would seek peace, prepare for war,'" Leonard ventured.

Vetinari put his head on one side and his lips moved as he repeated the phrase to himself. Finally he said, "No, no. I just don't see that one at all."

--Terry Pratchett, Jingo

And, also, from The Boondocks, by Aaron McGruder, the further adventures of Ribbon & Flagee.

P.S. From the Fun With LJ Spellcheck file, Pratchett is recognized, but not Gaiman.