It was fortunate that tea was at hand, to produce a lull and provide refreshment,— for they would have been hoarse and faint if they had gone on much longer.

…often between ourselves and those nearest and dearest to us there exists a reserve which it is very hard to overcome.

All the worse for the undeniable talent which hides the evil so subtly and makes the danger so delightful.

We don't choose our talents; but we needn't hide them in a napkin because they are not just what we want.

There are many Beths in the world, shy and quiet, sitting in corners till needed, and living for others so cheerfully that no one sees the sacrifices till the little cricket on the hearth stops chirping, and the sweet, sunshiny presence vanishes, leaving silence and shadow behind.

Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.

I wish I had no heart, it aches so.