Slavery is such an atrocious debasement of human nature, that its very extirpation, if not performed with solicitous care, may sometimes open a source of serious evils.

Let thy maid servant be faithful, strong, and homely.

Moderation in all things - including moderation.

For Age and Want save while you may; No morning Sun lasts a whole day.

I wish to live without committing any fault at any time.

Those who are content have enough; those that complain, have too much.

Believe none of what you hear and half of what you see.