All that a husband or wife really wants is to be pitied a little, praised a little, and appreciated a little.
Oliver GoldsmithA flattering painter, who made it his care To draw men as they ought to be, not as they are.
Oliver GoldsmithAnd as a bird each fond endearment tries To tempt its new-fledg'd offspring to the skies, He tried each art, reprov'd each dull delay, Allur'd to brighter worlds, and led the way.
Oliver GoldsmithAs some tall cliff that lifts its awful form, Swells from the vale, and midway leaves the storm,- Though round its breast the rolling clouds are spread, Eternal sunshine settles on its head.
Oliver Goldsmith