In one family, all goes by two and two. If a member of it has any interest, he or she will confide it to some one other; but the rest know nothing. In another family, all feel what touches one; nothing is kept dark from the father and mother, brothers and sisters--all share. This family habit is by far the better, it strengthens the tie between the members, and makes the home one home.

In one family, every little plan or question is discussed amid bickering and irritation. In another, without the least effort, every discussion goes on amid perfect peace. This is just as easy, and infinitely more agreeable: only, in many homes it does not happen to be the family habit.

I once met a man who had forgiven an injury. I hope some day to meet the man who has forgiven an insult.

Success soon palls. The joyous time is when the breeze first strikes your sails, and the waters rustle under your bows.

You will never 'find' time for anything. If you want time, you must make it.

All movement, of every creature, comes from the desire after something better.

You have not fulfilled every duty unless you have fulfilled that of being pleasant.