The clatter of a changing world is not pleasant, and those who have enjoyed the comforts and protection of the old order may be shocked and unhappy when they behold the vigorous young builders of a new world sweeping away their time-honored antiquities.

Long before I learned to do a sum in arithmetic or describe the shape of the earth, Miss Sullivan had taught me to find beauty in the fragrant woods, in every blade of grass, and in the curves and dimples of my baby sister's hand.

If I could have only one of my senses then I would choose hearing, Then I wouldn't feel so all alone.

Never bend your head. Always hold it high. Look the world straight in the eye.

We cannot freely and wisely choose the right way for ourselves unless we know both good and evil.

If you look toward the sunshine, you will never see the shadows.

Life is an adventure or nothing