The revolting details of childbirth had been hidden from me with such care that I was as surprised as I was horrified, and I cannot help thinking that the vows most women are made to take are very foolhardy. I doubt whether they would willingly go to the altar to swear that they will allow themselves to be broken on the wheel every nine months.

Too many wish to be happy before becoming wise.

Remarkable places are like the summits of rocks; eagles and reptiles only can get there.

Elegance is exquisite polish.

The more heart, the more sorrow.

The quarrels of lovers are like summer storms. Everything is more beautiful when they have passed.

You may be more prodigal of time than of money.