How wonderful it is that no one has to wait, but can start right now to gradually change the world!

Another fact that doesn't exactly brighten up our days is that Mr. Van Maaren, the man who works in the warehouse, is getting suspicious about the Annex.

An empty day, though clear and bright, Is just as dark as any night.

Thinking about the suffering of those you hold dear can reduce you to tears; in fact, you could spend the whole day crying.

It is becoming a bad dream-- in the daytime as well as at night. I see him nearly all the time and can't get at him, I mustn't show anything, must remain gay while I'm really in despair.

by thinking, nobody can ever get worse but will only get better.

When I write I can shake off all my cares. My sorrow disappears, my spirits are revived.