There is an alchemy in sorrow. It can be transmuted into wisdom, which, if it does not bring joy, can yet bring happiness.
Deeds, not words shall speak me.
Statistics: The only science that enables different experts using the same figures to draw different conclusions.
A fine quotation is a diamond on the finger of a man of wit, and a pebble in the hand of a fool.
It's innocence when it charms us, ignorance when it doesn't.
Forget injuries, never forget kindnesses.
We owe something to extravagance, for thrift and adventure seldom go hand in hand.