Let every man and woman count himself immortal. Let him catch the revelation of Jesus in his resurrection. Let him say not merely, "Christ is risen," but "I shall rise."

Let us beware of losing our enthusiasms. Let us ever glory in something, and strive to retain our admiration for all that would ennoble, and our interest in all that would enrich and beautify our life.

Charity should begin at home, but should not stay there.

Be patient and understanding. Life is too short to be vengeful or malicious.

There are passages of the Bible that are soiled forever by the touches of the hands of ministers who delight in the cheap jokes they have left behind them.

Life comes before literature, as the material always comes before the work. The hills are full of marble before the world blooms with statues.

Joy in one's work is the consummate tool.