It is possible for a spinster to be disappointed in lovers, but only the married are ever disappointed in love.

But somewhere on the great world the sun is always shining, and, just so sure as you live, it will sometime shine on you.

A bird is joy incarnate.

it is bad manners to contradict a guest. You must never insult people in your own house - always go to theirs.

Three things I have longed to see ... The sea serpent, a white rhinoceros, and an unselfish man.

the world has been fair cruel if you've never known the love of a dog!

A letter has distinct advantages. You can say all you want to say before the other person has a chance to put in a word.