There is nothing steadfast in life but our memories. We are sure of keeping intact only that which we have lost.

Old age is not one of the beauties of creation, but it is one of its harmonies. The law of contrasts is one of the laws of beauty. Under the conditions of our climate, shadow gives light its worth; sternness enhances mildness; solemnity, splendor. Varying proportions of size support and subserve one another.

Our vanity is the constant enemy of our dignity.

The chains which cramp us most are those which weigh on us least.

Youth should be a savings bank.

Miracles are God's coups d'etat.

Let us shun everything, which might tend to efface the primitive lineaments of our individuality. Let us reflect that each one of us is a thought of God.