Softness of smile indicates softness of character.

The manner of giving shows the character of the giver, more than the gift itself.

He who is passionate and hasty is generally honest. It is your cool, dissembling hypocrite of whom you should beware.

When you doubt between words, use the plainest, the commonest, the most idiomatic. Eschew fine words as you would rouge; love simple ones as you would the native roses on your cheek.

All finery is a sign of littleness.

He scatters enjoyment who can enjoy much.

Half talent is no talent.