Egotists cannot converse, they talk to themselves only.

Yet the deepest truths are best read between the lines, and, for the most part, refuse to be written.

The more one endeavors to sound the depths of his ignorance the deeper the chasm appears.

Time ripens the substance of a life as the seasons mellow and perfect its fruits. The best apples fall latest and keep longest.

Traveling is no fool's errand to him who carries his eyes and itinerary along with him.

Books are the most mannerly of companions, accessible at all times, in all moods, frankly declaring the author's mind, without offense.

Who loves a garden still his Eden keeps.