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

Fame is a pearl many dive for and only a few bring up. Even when they do, it is not perfect, and they sigh for more, and lose better things in struggling for them.

We'll all grow up someday, Meg, we might as well know what we want. ~Amy March~

Laurie felt just then that his heart was entirely broken and the world a howling wilderness.

I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen.

Life is like college; may I graduate and earn some honors.

It takes people a long time to learn the difference between talent and genius, especially ambitious young men and women.