We'll all grow up Meg, no pretending we won't.

Love is a beautifier.

{Mrs. March to Jo} You are too much alike and too fond of freedom, not to mention hot tempers and strong wills, to get on happily together, in a relation which needs infinite patience and forbearance, as well as love.

Prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well.

I have nothing to give but my heart so full and these empty hands." "They're not empty now.

Don't shut yourself up in a band box because you are a woman, but understand what is going on, and educate yourself to take part in the world's work, for it all affects you and yours.

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