Love is the natural occupation of the man of leisure.
That in all times, mediocrity has dominated, that is indubitable; but that it reigns more than ever, that it is becoming absolutely triumphant and inhibiting, this is what is as true as it is distressing.
Life swarms with innocent monsters.
Whether you come from heaven or hell, what does it matter, O Beauty!
Inspiration comes of working every day.
Life is a hospital in which every patient is possessed by a desire to change his bed.