There is nothing good in this world which time does not improve.

One never hugs one's good luck so affectionately as when listening to the relation of some horrible misfortunes which has overtaken others.

A thought may be very commendable as a thought, but I value it chiefly as a window through which I can obtain insight on the thinker.

Pride's chickens have bonny feathers, but they are an expensive brood to rear. They eat up everything, and are always lean when brought to market.

If you do your fair day's work, you are certain to get your fair day's wage - in praise or pudding, whichever happens to suit your taste.

A single soul is richer than all the worlds.

How deeply seated in the human heart is the liking for gardens and gardening.