The truly innocent are those who not only are guiltless themselves but who think others are.

It is easy to assume a habit; but when you try to cast it off, it will take skin and all.

As a general rule, if you want to get at the truth - hear both sides and believe neither.

Music wasn't made to make us wise, but better natured.

It is easier to be virtuous than it is to appear so, and it pays better.

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affectation is seasickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts on airs.

Remember the poor, it costs nothing.