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.

You may only call me "Mrs. Darcy"... when you are completely, and perfectly, and incandescently happy.

To sit in the shade on a fine day and look upon verdure is the most perfect refreshment.

Nothing ever fatigues me, but doing what I do not like.

This sweetest and best of all creatures, faultless in spite of all her faults.

Family connexions were always worth preserving, good company always worth seeking.

May I ask you what these questions tend?' 'Merely to the illustration of your character,' said she, endeavouring to shake off her gravity. 'I am trying to make it out.' 'And what is your success?' She shook her head. 'I do not get on at all. I hear such different accounts of you as puzzle me exceedingly.