How little is the promise of the child fulfilled in the man.

What is deservedly suffered must be borne with calmness, but when the pain is unmerited, the grief is resistless.

That fair face will as years roll on lose its beauty, and old age will bring its wrinkles to the brow.

Men should not care too much for good looks; neglect is becoming.

Sleep, rest of nature, O sleep, most gentle of the divinities, peace of the soul, thou at whose presence care disappears, who soothest hearts wearied with daily employments, and makest them strong again for labour!

Remove but the temptations of leisure, and the bow of Cupid will lose its effect.

Had I not sinned what would there be for you to pardon. My fate has given you the opportunity for mercy.