But many of the bravest never are known, and get no praise. That does not lessen their beauty.

Life is like college; may I graduate and earn some honors.

A time will come when you will find that in gaining a brief joy you have lost your peace forever.

…because talent isn't genius, and no amount of energy can make it so. I want to be great, or nothing.

Love is apt to make lunatics of even men and saints.

I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen.

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