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

Our actions are in our own hands, but the consequences of them are not. Remember that, my dear, and think twice before you do anything.

...the love, respect, and confidence of my children was the sweetest reward I could receive for my efforts to be the woman I would have them copy.

Laurie felt just then that his heart was entirely broken and the world a howling wilderness.

Be worthy love, and love will come.

I'm afraid I couldn't like him without a spice of human naughtiness.

Women have been called queens for a long time, but the kingdom given them isn't worth ruling.