I do not understand that because I do not want a negro woman for a slave I must necessarily want her for a wife. My understanding is that I can just let her alone.

A new book is like a friend that I have yet to meet

If you intend to go to work there is no better place than right where you are; if you do not intend to go to work, you can not get along anywhere.

Life is hard but so very beautiful

Here in my heart, my happiness, my house. Here inside the lighted window is my love, my hope, my life. Peace is my companion on the pathway winding to the threshold. Inside this portal dwells new strength in the security, serenity, and radiance of those I love above life itself. Here two will build new dreams--dreams that tomorrow will come true. The world over, these are the thoughts at eventide when footsteps turn ever homeward. In the haven of the hearthside is rest and peace and comfort.

The Father of Waters again goes unvexed to the sea.

To lead, you must touch men's hearts.