Life is my university, and I hope to graduate from it with some distinction.

But buds will be roses, and kittens, cats - more's the pity.

Christmas won't be Christmas without any presents.

Marmee: Oh, Jo. Jo, you have so many extraordinary gifts; how can you expect to lead an ordinary life? You’re ready to go out and – and find a good use for your talent. Tho’ I don’t know what I shall do without my Jo. Go, and embrace your liberty. And see what wonderful things come of it.

Be worthy love, and love will come.

The violin - that most human of all instruments.

Now I'm beginning to live a little and feel less like a sick oyster at low tide.