I hate the word 'ought' - it always implies something dull, cold, and commonplace. The 'ought nots' of life are its pleasantest things.

Nothing is so fortunate for mankind as its diversity of opinion.

ingratitude is the necessary consequence of receiving favors of which we are ashamed.

Thou know'st how fearless is my trust in thee.

Occupation is one great source of enjoyment. No man, properly occupied, was ever miserable.

Fame is bought by happiness.

Business before pleasure.