You cannot write on the heart of another what you do not feel yourself.

there was nothing in the whole world so dreadful as the power of riches wrongly used.

Money was their God; work their religion.

Tears were a blessing; they were a relief; they did wash the ache from the heart, ease brain strain, and encourage the soul.

What was money that it should make such dreadful things of men and women?

If you are lazy, and accept your lot, you may live in it. If you are willing to work, you can write your name anywhere you choose.

Is he well educated?" "Yes, I think so, as far as he's gone," I answered. "Of course he will go on being educated every day of his life, same as father. He says it is all rot about 'finishing' your education. You never do. You learn more important things each day.