A good disposition is a virtue in itself, and it is lasting; the burden of the years cannot depress it, and love that is founded on it endures to the end.

The punishment can be remitted; the crime is everlasting.

Imperceptibly the hours glide on, and beguile us as they pass.

Love is born of idleness and, once born, by idleness is fostered.

There is a deity within us who breathes that divine fire by which we are animated.

Anyone can be rich in promises.

Small minds are captivated by trifles.