From its peaceful bosom spring none but fond regrets and tender recollections.

He who wins a thousand common hearts is entitled to some renown; but he who keeps undisputed sway over the heart of a coquette is indeed a hero.

The dance, like most dances after supper, was a merry one; some of the older folks joined in it, and the squire himself figured down several couple with a partner, with whom he affirmed he had danced at every Christmas for nearly half a century.

One of the greatest and simplest tools for learning more and growing is doing more.

The only happy author in this world is he who is below the care of reputation.

I have often had occasion to remark the fortitude with which women sustain the most overwhelming reverses of fortunes.

There is a healthful hardiness about real dignity that never dreads contact and communion with others however humble.