To be surrounded by beautiful things has much influence upon the human creature; to make beautiful things has more.
Charlotte Perkins GilmanPatriotism, red hot, is compatible with the existence of a neglect of national interests, a dishonesty, a cold indifference to the suffering of millions. Patriotism is largely pride, and very largely combativeness. Patriotism generally has a chip on its shoulder.
Charlotte Perkins GilmanUntil we see what we are, we cannot take steps to become what we should be.
Charlotte Perkins Gilman