Self-approbation, when founded in truth and a good conscience, is a source of some of the purest joys known to man.

Euphonic and harmonious expressions, forcible and just expressions, profound and comprehensive expressions, and especially apt and witty expressions, each have their specific influence upon different minds, and their common influence upon all minds.... It is therefore high time our most valuable aphorisms and paragraphs were put in order for frequent perusal, and for handy reference, as the circumstances of life call up subjects.

Good intentions are very mortal and perishable things. Like very mellow and choice fruit, they are difficult to keep.

Live only for today, and you ruin tomorrow.

Self-approbation, when founded in truth and a good conscience, is a source of some of the purest joys known to man.

Industry keeps the body healthy, the mind clear, the heart whole, and the purse full.

Accurate knowledge is the basis of correct opinions; the want of it makes the opinions of most people of little value.