Some people talk of morality, and some of religion, but give me a little snug property.
No man ever distinguished himself who could not bear to be laughed at.
Confidence is the best proof of love.
Fortune's wheel never stands still the highest point is therefore the most perilous.
Illness was a sort of occupation to me, and I was always sorry to get well.
It is quite fitting that charity should begin at home ... but then it should not end at home; for those that help nobody will find none to help them in time of need.