Forgiveness is almost a selfish act because of its immense benefits to the one who forgives.

Forgiveness is almost a selfish act because of its immense benefits to the one who forgives.

If there was strife and contention in the home, very little else in life could compensate for it.

Propriety was a rigid master, but one that must be obeyed if one wanted to keep a sterling reputation.

If courage wasn't a standard result of aging it meant that the young could somehow acquire it as well.

Patterning your life around other's opinions is nothing more than slavery.

I've grown to realize the joy that comes from little victories is preferable to the fun that comes from ease and the pursuit of pleasure.