The births of all things are weak and tender and therefore we should have our eyes intent on beginnings.

When a Roman was returning from a trip, he used to send someone ahead to let his wife know, so as not to surprise her in the act.

The least strained and most natural ways of the soul are the most beautiful; the best occupations are the least forced.

We are more solicitous that men speak of us, than how they speak.

Some men seem remarkable to the world in whom neither their wives nor their valets saw anything extraordinary. Few men have been admired by their servants.

When we have got it, we want something else.

I would rather be old for a shorter time than be old before my time.