In connection with death, or birth, or love, modesty is only a rather puerile self-consciousness.

... there must be reserves -- except with God. The human soul is solitary. But for confession that is different; justice and reparation sometimes demand it; but, again, justice and courage sometimes forbid it.

In connection with death, or birth, or love, modesty is only a rather puerile self-consciousness.

the profession of the ministry is like matrimony: if it is possible for you to keep out of it, it's a sign that you've no business to go into it!

There is a bond, it appears, between mother and child which endures as long as they do. It is independent of love; reason cannot weaken it; hate cannot destroy it.

there are few things that are more endearing than the grace of listening with attention; indeed, it is more than endearing, it is impressive - for no one knows what wisdom lies concealed in silence!

Grandmother belongs to the generation of women who were satisfied to have men retain their vices, if they removed their hats.