God first, then papa.

To win applause one must write stuff so simple that a coachman might sing it.

I am not thoughtless but am prepared for anything and as a result can wait patiently for whatever the future holds in store, and I'll be able to endure it.

God first, then papa.

Now there is music from which a man can learn something.

It is a great consolation for me to remember that the Lord, to whom I had drawn near in humble and child-like faith, has suffered and died for me, and that He will look on me in love and compassion.

To every good friend I send my greet feet; addio nitwit. Love true true true until the grave, if I live that long and do behave.