The true order of learning should be first, what is necessary; second, what is useful, and third, what is ornamental. To reverse this arrangement is like beginning to build at the top of the edifice.

The strength of a nation, especially of a republican nation, is in the intelligent and well ordered homes of the people.

Figure to yourself what the year would sustain were the spring taken away: such a loss do they sustain who trifle in youth.

There is a lore simple and sure, that asks no discipline of weary years--the language of the soul, told through the eye.

Vigorous exercise will often fortify a feeble constitution.

An appearance of delicacy is inseparable from sweetness and gentleness of character.

Mothers, whatever you wish your children to become, strive to exhibit in your own lives and conversation.