A great deal of talent is lost to the world for the want of a little courage. Every day sends to their graves a number of obscure men who have only remained obscure because their timidity has prevented them from making a first effort; and who, if they could only have been induced to begin, would in all probability have gone great lengths in the career of fame.

How can a bishop marry? How can he flirt? The most he can say is "I will see you in the vestry after service."

When you rise in the morning, form a resolution to make the day a happy one for a fellow creature.

If you want to improve your understanding, drink coffee.

Thank God for tea! What would the world do without tea! How did it exist? I am glad I was not born before tea.

Life is to be fortified by many friendships. To love and to be loved is the greatest happiness of existence.

Whatever you are by nature, keep to it; never desert your line of talent. Be what nature intended you for, and you will succeed.