He came by a leap to the goal of purpose, not by the toilsome steps of reason. On the instant his headlong spirit declared his purpose: this was the one being for him in all the world: at this altar he would light a lamp of devotion, and keep it burning forever.
Gilbert ParkerThere's no credit in not doing what you don't want to do. There's no virtue in not falling, when you're not tempted.
Gilbert Parker