The fact is, the secret of happiness is the sense of proportion.

men love their wives not because of their virtues, but in spite of them.

I have no faith in a human critter who hasn't one or two bad habits.

Of all the bitter and heavy things in this sorry old world, the not being necessary is the bitterest and heaviest.

a manufactured interest has no staying quality - especially if it involves any hard work.

Age, with shamefaced relief, has learned the solvent quality of Time. It is this quality which makes possible the contemplation of certain embarrassing heavenly reunions.

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!