Merit has rarely risen of itself, but a pebble or a twig is often quite sufficient for it to spring from to the highest ascent. There is usually some baseness before there is any elevation.
The Siren waits thee, singing song for song.
Cats like men are flatterers.
Absurdities are great or small in proportion to custom or insuetude.
The happy never say, and never hear said, farewell.
A little praise is good for a shy temper; it teaches it to rely on the kindness of others.