To a man the greatest blessing is individual liberty; to a dog it is the last word in despair.

The teacher should make a concerted effort never to lose his temper in the presence of the class. If a man, he may take refuge in profane soliloquies. If a woman, she may follow the example of one sweet-faced tranquil girl who went out in the yard and gnawed a post.

A cat pours his body on the floor like water. It is restful just to see him.

A middle-aged cat will often play as unreservedly as a kitten, though he knows perfectly well it is only a game.

You can be deprived of your money, your job and your home by someone else, but remember that no one can ever take away your honor.

I divide all readers into two classes: those who read to remember and those who read to forget.

The kind of happiness that stays with you is the happiness that springs from inward thoughts and emotions.