As he that lives longest lives but a little while, every man may be certain that he has no time to waste. The duties of life are commensurate to its duration; and every day brings its task, which, if neglected, is doubled on the morrow.

Network. Anything reticulated or decussated at equal distances, with interstices between the intersections.

We may have uneasy feelings for seeing a creature in distress without pity; for we have not pity unless we wish to relieve them.

Pity is not natural to man. Children always are cruel. Savages are always cruel.

Human happiness has always its abatements; the brightest sunshine of success is not without a cloud.

The time will come to every human being when it must be known how well he can bear to die.

Always, Sir, set a high value on spontaneous kindness.