Fame is a very good thing to have in the house, but cash is more convenient.

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

...a capital patient, as she never died and never got well.

A holiday isn't a holiday, without plenty of freedom and fun.

I like to help women help themselves, as that is, in my opinion, the best way to settle the woman question. Whatever we can do and do well we have a right to, and I don't think any one will deny us.

My father taught in the wise way which unfolds what lies in the child

When I had youth I had no money; now I have the money I have no time; and when I get the time, if I ever do, I shall have no health to enjoy life. I suppose it's the discipline I need; but it's rather hard to love the things I do, and see them go by because duty chains me to my galley. If I ever come into port with all sails set, that will be my reward perhaps.