We often pride ourselves on even the most criminal passions, but envy is a timid and shamefaced passion we never dare to acknowledge.
Francois de La RochefoucauldPeople that are conceited of their own merit take pride in being unfortunate, that themselves and others may think them considerable enough to be the envy and the mark of fortune.
Francois de La RochefoucauldA true friend is the greatest of all blessings, and that which we take the least care of all to acquire.
Francois de La Rochefoucauld