Misery is a guest that we are glad to part with, however certain of her speedy return.

Wealth per se I never too much valued, and my acquaintance with its possessors has by no means increased my veneration for it.

We continually say things to support an opinion, which we have given, that in reality we don't above half mean.

The Spring is generally fertile in new acquaintances.

Imagination took the reins, and reason, slow-paced, though sure-footed, was unequal to a race with so eccentric and flighty a companion.

Those who wander in the world avowedly and purposely in pursuit of happiness, who view every scene of present joy with an eye to what may succeed, certainly are more liable to disappointment, misfortune and unhappiness, than those who give up their fate to chance and take the goods and evils of fortune as they come, without making happiness their study, or misery their foresight.

... there's nothing but quarreling with the women; it's my belief they like it better than victuals and drink.