There is scarcely an occurrence in nature which, happening at a certain time, is not looked upon by some persons as a prognosticator either of good or evil. The latter are in the greatest number, so much more ingenious are we in tormenting ourselves than in discovering reasons for enjoyment in the things that surround us.
Charles MackayHe who has mingled in the fray of duty that the brave endure, must have made foes. If you have none, small is the work that you have done.
Charles MackayWater is the mother of the vine, the nurse and fountain of fecundity, the adorner and refresher of the world.
Charles Mackay