Look sharply after your own thoughts. They come unlooked for, like a new bird seen on your trees, and, if you turn to your usual task, disappear; and you shall never find that perception again; never, I say-but perhaps years, ages, and I know not what events and worlds my lie between you and its return.

When we see a soul whose acts are all regal, graceful, and pleasant as roses, we must thank God that such things can be and are.

Happy the man who never puts on a face, but receives every visitor with that countenance he has on.

Our best history is still poetry.

Want is a growing giant whom the coat of have was never large enough to cover.

A determined man, by his very attitude and the tone of his voice, puts a stop to defeat, and begins to conquer.

Hitch your wagon to a star.