Forever is a very long time Peter

Thus sharply did the terrified three learn the difference between an island of make-believe and the same island come true.

Ambition it is the last infirmity of noble minds.

I wasn't crying about mothers," he said rather indignantly. "I was crying because I can't get my shadow to stick on. Besides, I wasn't crying.

Always be kinder than necessary.

If he thought at all, but I don't believe he ever thought, it was that he and his shadow, when brought near each other, would join like drops of water.

Never ascribe to an opponent motives meaner than your own.