Love occupies a vast space in a woman's thoughts, but fills a small portion in a man's life.

every man who takes a part in politics, especially in times when parties run high, must expect to be abused; they must bear it; and their friends must learn to bear it for them.

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.

Promises are dangerous things to ask or to give.

Remember, we can judge better by the conduct of people towards others than by their manner towards ourselves.

Some people talk of morality, and some of religion, but give me a little snug property.

The bore is good for promoting sleep; but though he causeth sleep in others, it is uncertain whether he ever sleeps himself; as few can keep awake in his company long enough to see. It is supposed that when he sleeps it is with his mouth open.