One says a lot in vain, refusing; The other mainly hears the "No."

Dream no small dreams for they have no power to move the hearts of men.

The flowers of life are but illusions. How many fade away and leave no trace.

A genuine work of art usually displeases at first sight, as it suggests a deficiency in the spectator.

Prudent and active men, who know their strength and use it with limit and circumspection, alone go far in the affairs of the world.

It is unpleasant to miss even the most trifling thing to which we have been accustomed.

Make the most of time, it flies away so fast; yet method will teach you to win time.