I never wanted to go away, and the hard part now is the leaving you all. I'm not afraid, but it seems as if I should be homesick for you even in heaven.

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.

Wouldn't it be fun if all the castles in the air which we make could come true and we could live in them?

Have regular hours for work and play; make each day both useful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well. Then youth will be delightful, old age will bring few regrets, and life will become a beautiful success.

Well, if I can't be happy, I can be useful, perhaps.

…misfortune was much more interesting to her than good luck.

Mine first --mine last-- mine even in the grave!