As we looked up in silence to those distant lights, we were reminded that it was a rare imagination which first taught that the stars are worlds, and had conferred a great benefit on mankind.

When our life ceases to be inward and private, conversation degenerates into mere gossip.

You must speak loud to those who are hard of hearing.

I had three pieces of limestone on my desk, but I was terrified to find that they required to be dusted daily, when the furniture of my mind was all undusted still, and threw them out the window in disgust.

The perception of beauty is a moral test.

A name pronounced is the recognition of the individual to whom it belongs. He who can pronounce my name aright, he can call me, and is entitled to my love and service.

To the sick the doctors wisely recommend a change of air and scenery.