Hint at the existence of wickedness in a light, easy, and agreeable manner, so that nobody's fine feelings may be offended.
William Makepeace ThackerayAn intelligent wife can make her home, in spite of exigencies, pretty much what she pleases.
William Makepeace ThackerayWe are most of us very lonely in this world; you who have any who love you, cling to them and thank God.
William Makepeace Thackeray