Love, however, is very materially assisted by a warm and active imagination: which has a long memory, and will thrive, for a considerable time, on very slight and sparing food.

There is nothing truer than physiognomy, taken in connection with manner.

Take nothing on its looks; take everything on evidence. There's no better rule.

Have you ever had the sensation of looking at someone for the first time and ever so quickly the past and future seem to fuse ? Does that not mean something ? That we felt so much, so deeply, before even speaking?

I am what you designed me to be.I am your blade. You cannot now complain if you also feel the hurt

Have a heart that never hardens

"Do not repine, my friends," said Mr. Pecksniff, tenderly. "Do not weep for me. It is chronic."