It is one of Heaven's best gifts to hold such a dear creature in one's arms.

Your messages I hear, but faith has not been given; The dearest child of Faith is Miracle.

One should not search for anything behind the phenomena. They themselves are the message.

The nude is the perfect expression of freedom. Freedom to be.

Every day look at a beautiful picture, read a beautiful poem, listen to some beautiful music, and if possible, say some reasonable thing.

It is only necessary to grow old to become more charitable and even indulgent. I see no fault committed by others that I have not committed myself.

The style of writing required in the great world is distinguished by a free and daring grace, a careless security, a fine and sharp polish, a delicate and perfect taste; while that fitted for the people is characterized by a vigorous natural fulness, a profound depth of feeling, and an engaging naivete.