We advance in years somewhat in the manner of an invading army in a barren land; the age that we have reached, as the saying goes, we but hold with an outpost, and still keep open communications with the extreme rear and first beginnings of the march.

It is perhaps a more fortunate destiny to have a taste for collecting shells than to be born a millionaire.

It is a golden maxim to cultivate the garden for the nose, and the eyes will take care of themselves.

I consider the success of my day based on the seeds I sow, not the harvest I reap.

Anyone can carry their burden, however hard, until nightfall. Anyone can do their work, however hard, for one day.

The price we have to pay for money is sometimes liberty.

Sing a song of seasons; something bright in all, flowers in the summer, fires in the fall.