I have seen some who did not know when to turn aside their eyes in meeting yours. A truly confident and magnanimous spirit is wiser than to contend for the mastery in such encounters. Serpents alone conquer by the steadiness of their gaze. My friend looks me in the face and sees me, that is all.
Henry David ThoreauBeing a teacher is like being in jail; once it's on your record, you can never get rid of it.
Henry David ThoreauMen talk about Bible miracles because there is no miracle in their lives. Cease to gnaw that crust. There is ripe fruit over your head.
Henry David ThoreauWhen the true criminals are running around free, the only honorable place for a decent human being is in prisons.
Henry David Thoreau