Everybody likes to go their own way–to choose their own time and manner of devotion.

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

There is nothing like staying at home for real comfort.

Silly things do cease to be silly if they are done by sensible people in an impudent way.

One cannot fix one's eyes on the commonest natural production without finding food for a rambling fancy.

Indeed, I am very sorry to be right in this instance. I would much rather have been merry than wise.

a vast deal may be done by those who dare to act.