The enemy is more easily overcome if he be not suffered to enter the door of our hearts, but be resisted without the gate at his first knock.
Thomas a KempisThou art my glory and the exultation of y heart: thou art my hope and refuge in the day of my trouble.
Thomas a KempisCaution is crediting, and reserve in speaking, and in revealing one's self to but very few, are the best securities both of a good understanding with the world, and of the inward peace of our own minds.
Thomas a Kempis