I do not know why it is the fate of the world always to want something different from what life gives them.

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

Be sure that you are right; and then go ahead.

I write as the birds sing, because I must, and usually from the same source of inspiration.

Do you know that being a stranger is the hardest thing that can happen to any one in all this world?

I do not believe there is any one study that can be taken up that will broaden the imagination, that will be the source from which will spring more deep thinking and sincere research than the study of astronomy.

The Cardinal ... It was as if a pulsing heart of flame passed by when he came winging through the orchard.