I always fear that creation will expire before teatime.
Solitude cherishes great virtues and destroys little ones.
Oh, don't tell me of facts, I never believe facts; you know, [George] Canning said nothing was so fallacious as facts, except figures.
Among the smaller duties of life I hardly know any one more important than that of not praising where praise is not due.
Poverty is no disgrace to a man, but it is confoundedly inconvenient.
A comfortable house is a great source of happiness. It ranks immediately after health and a good conscience.