Repose and cheerfulness is the badge of the gentleman; repose in energy.

The greatest genius is the most indebted person.

All natural objects make a kindred impression, when the mind is open to their influence.

One lesson we learn early, that in spite of seeming difference, men are all of one pattern. We readily assume this with our mates, and are disappointed and angry if we find that we are premature, and that their watches are slower than ours. In fact, the only sin which we never forgive in each other is difference of opinion.

The German intellect wants the French sprightliness, the fine practical understanding of the English, and the American adventure; but it has a certain probity, which never rests in a superficial performance, but asks steadily, To what end? A German public asks for a controlling sincerity.

When a dog is chasing after you, whistle for him.

The foolish man wonders at the unusual, but the wise man at the usual.