A genuine passion is like a mountain stream; it admits of no impediment; it cannot go backward; it must go forward.

Something of a person's character may be observed by how they smile. Some never smile they only grin.

The best evidence of merit is a cordial recognition of it whenever and wherever it may be found.

Courage enlarges, cowardice diminishes resources. In desperate straits the fears of the timid aggravate the dangers that imperil the brave.

The loss of a beloved connection awakens an interest in Heaven before unfelt.

It is with charity as with money--the more we stand in need of it, the less we have to give away.

The small courtesies sweeten life; the greater ennoble it.