People want to be amused, not preached at, you know. Morals don't sell nowadays.

Prosperity suits some people, and they blossom best in a glow of sunshine; others need the shade, and are the sweeter for a touch of frost.

I for one don't want to be ranked among idiots, felons, and minors any longer, for I am none of them.

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

…that's what old people are here for, — else their experience is of little use.

The emerging woman ... will be strong-minded, strong-hearted, strong-souled, and strong-bodied...strength and beauty must go together.

…she rejoiced as only mothers can in the good fortunes of their children.