The experience gathered from books, though often valuable, is but the nature of learning; whereas the experience gained from actual life is one of the nature of wisdom.
Samuel SmilesCheerfulness is also an excellent wearing quality. It has been called the bright weather of the heart.
Samuel SmilesLabour may be a burden and a chastisement, but it is also an honour and a glory. Without it, nothing can be accomplished.
Samuel Smiles