Everyone who got where he is has had to begin where he was.

An aim in life is the only fortune worth the finding; and it is not to be found in foreign lands, but in the heart itself.

Jekyll had more than a father's interest; Hyde had more than a son's indifference.

There comes an end to all things; the most capacious measure is filled at last; and this brief condescension to evil finally destroyed the balance of my soul.

Quiet minds cannot be perplexed or frightened but go on in fortune or misfortune at their own private pace, like a clock during a thunderstorm.

There is no duty we so much underrate as the duty of being happy. By being happy we sow anonymous benefits upon the world.

A generous prayer is never presented in vain; the petition may be refused, but the petitioner is always, I believe, rewarded by some gracious visitation.