Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations.

…on some occasions, women, like dreams, go by contraries.

But, Polly, a principle that can't bear being laughed at, frowned on, and cold-shouldered, isn't worthy of the name.

Mrs. Jo did not mean the measles, but that more serious malady called love, which is apt to ravage communities, spring and autumn, when winter gayety and summer idleness produce whole bouquets of engagements, and set young people to pairing off like the birds.

…Jo loved a few persons very dearly and dreaded to have their affection lost or lessened in any way.

My only answer is, if my grave stood open on one side and you upon the other I'd go into my grave before I would take one step to meet you.

…proved that woman isn't a half but a whole human being, and can stand alone.