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.
Sydney SmithA comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience.
Sydney SmithNever try to reason the prejudice out of a man. It was not reasoned into him, and cannot be reasoned out.
Sydney Smith