It is very often nothing but our own vanity that deceives us.

Do you talk by rule, then, while you are dancing?" Sometimes. One must speak a little, you know. It would look odd to be entirely silent for half an hour together, and yet for the advantage of some, conversation ought to be so arranged as that they may have the trouble of saying as little as possible.

But remember that the pain of parting from friends will be felt by everybody at times, whatever be their education or state. Know your own happiness. You want nothing but patience; or give it a more fascinating name: call it hope.

She was stronger alone.

I frequently observe that one pretty face would be followed by five and thirty frights.

Her heart did whisper that he had done it for her.

No one can be really esteemed accomplished who does not greatly surpass what is usually met with.