In another moment down went Alice after it, never once considering how in the world she was to get out again.
Lewis CarrollI think I should understand that better, if I had it written down: but I can't quite follow it as you say it.
Lewis CarrollIn a Wonderland they lie, Dreaming as the days go by, Dreaming as the summers die: Ever drifting down the stream- Lingering in the golden gleam- Life, what is it but a dream?
Lewis CarrollI mean, what is an un-birthday present?" A present given when it isn't your birthday, of course." Alice considered a little. "I like birthday presents best," she said at last. You don't know what you're talking about!" cried Humpty Dumpty. "How many days are there in a year?" Three hundred and sixty-five," said Alice. And how many birthdays have you?" One.
Lewis CarrollSpeak in French when you can't think of the English for a thing. Turn out your toes as you walk. And remember who you are!
Lewis CarrollIf doubtful whether to end with "yours faithfully," or "yours truly," or "yours most truly," &c. (there are at least a dozen varieties, before you reach "yours affectionately"), refer to your correspondent's last letter, and make your winding-up at least as friendly as his: in fact, even if a shade more friendly, it will do no harm!
Lewis Carroll