Work is and always has been my salvation and I thank the Lord for it.

Laurie, you're an angel! How shall I ever thank you?" "Fly at me again. I rather liked it," said Laurie, looking mischievous, a thing he had not done for a fortnight.

Elegance has a bad effect on my constitution.

Good books, like good friends, are few and chosen; the more select, the more enjoyable.

I don't pretend to be wise, but I am observing, and I see a great deal more than you'd imagine. I'm interested in other people's experiences and inconsistencies, and, though I can't explain, I remember and use them for my own benefit.

Such hours are beautiful to live, but very hard to describe.

Love is a beautifier.