And you are never to stir out of doors till you can prove that you have spent ten minutes of every day in a rational manner.
Jane AustenMy dear Mr. Bennet," said his lady to him one day, "have you heard that Netherfield Park is let at last?
Jane AustenEverybody's heart is open, you know, when they have recently escaped from severe pain, or are recovering the blessing of health.
Jane AustenHer eye fell everywhere on lawns and plantations of the freshest green; and the trees, though not fully clothed, were in that delightful state when farther beauty is known to be at hand, and when, while much is actually given to the sight, more yet remains for the imagination.
Jane Austen