When you give yourself, you receive more than you give.

The flower you single out is a rejection of all other flowers; nevertheless, only on these terms is it beautiful.

Nothing can match the treasure of common memories, of trials endured together, of quarrels and reconciliations and generous emotions. It is idle, having planted an acorn in the morning, to expect that afternoon to sit in the shade of the oak.

Navigating by the compass in a sea of clouds over Spain is all very well, it is very dashing, but - you want to remember that below the sea of clouds lies eternity.

Of what worth are convictions that bring not suffering?

If France is to be judged, judge her not by the effects of her defeat but by her readiness to sacrifice herself.

True love is inexhaustible; the more you give, the more you have.