I shall keep my book on the table here, and read a little every morning as soon as I wake, for I know it will do me good, and help me through the day.

Woman work a great many miracles.

At twenty-five, girls begin to talk about being old maids, but secretly resolve that they never will. At thirty, they say nothing about it, but quietly accept the fact.

[Jo to her mother] I knew there was mischief brewing. I felt it and now it's worse than I imagined. I just wish I could marry Meg myself, and keep her safe in the family.

A little kingdom I possess, where thoughts and feelings dwell; And very hard the task I find of governing it well.

I did fail, say what you will, for Jo wouldn't love me.

Love is a beautifier.