They weren't wearing insignia.
The fact that an opinion has been widely held is no evidence whatever that it is not utterly absurd; indeed in view of the silliness of the majority of mankind, a widespread belief is more likely to be foolish than sensible.
Sorrow was like the wind. It came in gusts.
Learn the art of patience. Apply discipline to your thoughts when they become anxious over the outcome of a goal. Impatience breeds anxiety, fear, discouragement and failure. Patience creates confidence, decisiveness, and a rational outlook, which eventually leads to success.
The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.
The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.
Good habits, which bring our lower passions and appetites under automatic control, leave our natures free to explore the larger experiences of life.