Jo's eyes sparkled, for it's always pleasant to be believed in; and a friend's praise is always sweeter than a dozen newspaper puffs.

I had a pleasant time with my mind, for it was happy.

I will make a battering-ram of my head and make my way through this rough and tumble world.

I went [to war] because I couldn't help it. I didn't want the glory or the pay; I wanted the right thing done.

Girls could do most things as well as boys, and some things better.

And when they went away, leaving comfort behind, I think there were not in all the city four merrier people than the hungry little girls who gave away their breakfasts and contented themselves with bread and milk on Christmas morning.

Rule yourself. Love your neighbor. Do the duty that lies nearest you.