Love, like the opening of the heavens to the Saints, shows for a moment, even to the dullest man, the possibilities of the human race. He has faith, hope, and charity for another being, perhaps but a creation of his imagination: still it is a great advance for a man to be profoundly loving even in his imaginations.

Men rattle their chains-to manifest their freedom.

The very best financial presentation is one that's well thought out and anticipates any questions... answering them in advance.

The man of the house can destroy the pleasure of the household, but he cannot make it. That rests with the woman, and it is her greatest privilege.

Experience is the extract of suffering.

If you would understand your own age, read the works of fiction produced in it. People in disguise speak freely.

What a blessing this smoking is! Perhaps the greatest that we owe to the discovery of America.