Formerly when great fortunes were only made in war, war was a business; but now, when great fortunes are only made by business, business is war.

The beauty seen is partly in him who sees it. [a predisposition to notice the beautiful, in everything.]

It is our relation to circumstances that determine their influence over us. The same wind that blows one ship into port may blow another off shore.

There will always be romance in the world so long as there are young hearts in it.

Tranquil pleasures last the longest; we are not fitted to bear the burden of great joys.

The great artist is a slave to his ideals.

We may learn from children how large a part of our grievances is imaginary. But the pain is just as real.