I have come to the conclusion never again to think of marrying, and for this reason, I can never be satisfied with anyone who would be blockhead enough to have me.

Tell the truth and you won't have so much to remember

the better angels of our nature

And upon this act [Emancipation Proclamation]...I invoke...the gracious favor of Almighty God.

Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.

The trouble with too many people is they believe the realm of truth always lies within their vision.

It doesn't mater if you're a slow walker, so long as you don't walk backwards.