In England every man you meet is some man's son; in America, he may be some man's father.

The god of Victory is said to be one-handed, but Peace gives victory to both sides.

Nothing can bring you happiness but yourself especially how you choose to think about your situation.

If any mention was made of homicide, madness, adultery, and intolerable tortures, we would let the church-bells ring louder, the church-organ swell its peal and drown the hideous sound. The sugar they raised was excellent: nobody tasted blood in it.

He decided to give up his large ambition of knowledge and action for any narrow craft or profession, aiming at a much more comprehensive calling, the art of living.

Others can get in your way temporarily, but only you can get out of your way permanently. Our best thoughts come from others.

Who leaves the pine-tree, leaves his friend, Unnerves his strength, invites his end.