Now, with the glamour of the past upon them we are inclined to look back on old world festivities with regret and consider present day dances as a poor substitute for the old. From an artistic point of view, they maybe, but in individual freedom and independence of spirit they mark a stage upward.

We cannot bring the good old days back but, if we must eat mass-made foods, get laws passed to insist upon its goodness and purity.

happiness depends more upon the state of mind - and body, perhaps - than upon circumstances and events.

Any artwork needs time and patience and needs above a quiet mind.

It was ordained that our earthly pilgrammage should be a struggle, and life would be a tame affair if everything went smoothly.

Alas! in nature, as in art, we gain only according to our capacity. You cannot put an ocean in a pint pot.

A liar did ought to have a good memory.