What we do belongs to what we are; and what we are is what becomes of us.
Love is not getting, but giving; It is goodness, and honor, and peace and pure living.
What do I owe my father? Everything!
Even if we should find another Eden, we would not be fit to enjoy it perfectly nor stay in it forever.
The strength of your life is measured by the strength of your will.
To desire and strive to be of some service to the world, to aim at doing something which shall really increase the happiness and welfare and virtue of mankind - this is a choice which is possible for all of us; and surely it is a good haven to sail for.