The will to do, the soul to dare..

He that follows the advice of reason has a mind that is elevated above the reach of injury; that sits above the clouds, in a calm and quiet ether, and with a brave indifferency hears the rolling thunders grumble and burst under his feet.

A sound head, an honest heart, and an humble spirit are the three best guides through time and to eternity.

It is the privilege of tale-tellers to open their story in an inn, the free rendezvous of all travellers, and where the humour of each displays itself, without ceremony or restraint.

Look at a gown of gold, and you will at least get a sleeve of it.

Each age has deemed the new-born year the fittest time for festal cheer.

Steady of heart and stout of hand.