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

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.

Age is no guarantee of maturity.

It isn't kind to cultivate a friendship just so one will have an audience.

For all their strength, men were sometimes like little children.

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

Outings are so much more fun when we can savor them through the children's eyes.