I am one of those who are made for exceptions, not for laws.

A man whose desire is to be something separate from himself, to be a member of Parliament, or a successful grocer, or a prominent solicitor, or a judge, or something equally tedious, invariably succeeds in being what he wants to be. That is his punishment. Those who want a mask have to wear it.

As long as a woman can look ten years younger than her own daughter, she is perfectly satisfied.

I never saw anybody take so long to dress, and with such little result.

The weather still continues charming.

This suspense is terrible. I hope it will last.

God, bless me with luxury. Necessities I can do without.