We are always more disposed to laugh at nonsense than at genuine wit; because the nonsense is more agreeable to us, being more comfortable to our natures.

It is only the educated who can produce or appreciate high art.

There are few husbands whom the wife cannot win in the long run, by patience and love.

A woman of honor should never suspect another of things she would not do herself.

Gold adulterates one thing only,--the human heart.

The woman who does not choose to love should cut the matter short at once, by holding out no hopes to her suitor.

The cup of joy is heaviest when empty.