Self-pity in its early stages is as snug as a feather mattress. Only when it hardens does it become uncomfortable.

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.

Gentlemen, be courteous to the old maids, no matter how poor and plain and prim, for the only chivalry worth having is that which is the readiest to to pay deference to the old, protect the feeble, and serve womankind, regardless of rank, age, or color.

In the midst of her tears came the thought, "When people are in danger, they ask God to save them;" and, slipping down upon her knees, she said her prayer as she had never said it before, for when human help seems gone we turn to Him as naturally as lost children cry to their father, and feel sure that he will hear and answer them.

Better lose your life than your soul.

I only mean to say that I have a feeling that it never was intended I should live long. I'm not like the rest of you.

It is my opinion that this day will never come to an end," said Prince, with a yawn that nearly rent him assunder.