I have discovered the secret of happiness - it is work, either with the hands or the head. The moment I have something to do, the draughts are open and my chimney draws, and I am happy.
John BurroughsIf the October days were a cordial like the sub-acids of fruit, these are a tonic like the wine of iron. Drink deep or be careful how you taste this December vintage. The first sip may chill, but a full draught warms and invigorates.
John BurroughsThe lure of the distant and the difficult is deceptive. The great opportunity is where you are.
John BurroughsThen, again, how annoying to be told it is only five miles to the next place when it is really eight or ten!
John Burroughs