The happiest people in this world are those who have the most interesting thoughts.

Those who decide to use leisure as a means of mental development, who love good music, good books, good pictures, good plays, good company, good conversation - what are they? They are the happiest people in the world.

The final test of a gentleman is his respect for those who can be of no possible service to him.

Being educated means to prefer the best not only to the worst but to the second best.

I believe a knowledge of the Bible without a college course is more valuable than a college course without a Bible.

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

I find daily life not always joyous, but always interesting. I have some sad days and nights, but none that are dull. As I advance deeper into the vale of years, I live with constantly increasing gusto and excitement. I am sure it all means something; in the last analysis, I am an optimist because I believe in God. Those who have no faith are quite naturally pessimists and I do not blame them.