The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month.
Henry Van DykeFour things a man must learn to do If he would make his record true; To think without confusion clearly; To love his fellowmen sincerely; To act from honest motives purely; To trust in God and Heav'n securely.
Henry Van DykeOne truly affectionate soul in a family will evert a sweetening and harmonizing influence upon all its members.
Henry Van DykeThe meditative angler is not exempt from sensational periods. There are times when all the uncertainty of his chosen pursuit seems to condense itself into one big chance, and stand out before him like a salmon on the top wave of a rapid. He sees his luck hangs by a single strand of gut, and he cannot tell whether it will hold or break. This is the thrilling moment and he never forgets it.
Henry Van Dyke