There is virtue in country houses, in gardens and orchards, in fields, streams and groves, in rustic recreations and plain manners, that neither cities nor universities enjoy.

The wisest and best are repulsive, if they are characterized by repulsive manners. Politeness is an easy virtue, costs little, and has great purchasing power.

One's outlook is a part of his virtue.

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

Prudence is the footprint of Wisdom.

Who loves a garden, still his Eden keeps, Perennial pleasures plants, and wholesome harvests reaps.

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