We really cannot see what equanimity there is in jerking a lacerated carp out of the water by the jaws, merely because it has no the power of making a noise; for we presume that the most philosophic of anglers would hardly delight in catching a shrieking fish.

Occupation is the necessary basis of all enjoyment.

Night's deepest gloom is but a calm; that soothes the weary mind: The labored days restoring balm; the comfort of mankind.

The most tangible of all visible mysteries - fire.

Christmas is the glorious time of great Too-Much.

The beautiful attracts the beautiful.

Mirth itself is too often but melancholy in disguise.