We were happier when we were poorer, but we were also younger.

Tis the privilege of friendship to talk nonsense, and to have nonsense respected.

Cultivate simplicity, Coleridge.

Cultivate simplicity or rather should I say banish elaborateness, for simplicity springs spontaneous from the heart.

Be not frightened at the hard words "imposition," "imposture;" give and ask no questions. Cast thy bread upon the waters. Some have, unawares, entertained angels.

It is good to have friends at court.

Whose wit in the combat, as gentle as bright, Ne'er carried a heart-stain away on its blade.