There is so much wretchedness in the world, that we may safely take the word of any mortal professing to need our assistance; and, even should we be deceived, still the good to ourselves resulting from a kind act is worth more than the trifle by which we purchase it.

Mountains are earth's undecaying monuments.

Oh, for the years I have not lived, but only dreamed of living.

Happiness is like a butterfly.

No, my little Pearl! Thou must gather thine own sunshine. I have none to give thee.

Strength is incomprehensible by weakness, and, therefore, the more terrible.

Do anything, save to lie down and die!