Whoever makes great presents, expects great presents in return.

Life is not merely to be alive, but to be well.

Why do strong arms fatigue themselves with frivolous dumbbells? To dig a vineyard is worthier exercise for men.

The spirit of the individual is determined by his dominating thought habits.

There is nothing more revolting than an old busybody.

I would not miss your face, your neck, your hands, your limbs, your bosom and certain other of your charms. Indeed, not to become boring by naming them all, I could do without you, Chloe, altogether.

Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.

Each day provides its own gifts.

Tomorrow's life is too late. Live today.

Here's a rule of life: You don't get to pick what bad things happen to you

There is no living with thee, nor without thee.

Do you want to die old and craven in your bed?- How else? Though not till I'm done reading.

The person lives twice who lives the first life well.

Meditation is a huge part of my life. And prayer.

I'm pretty intense when it comes to relationships, platonic ones as well. If I feel a connection with someone, I'm willing to go there.

Often girls feel deeply cared about as small children but then find as we develop willpower and independent thought that the world stops affirming us, that we are seen as unlovable.

the slight sense of degeneracy induced by reading novels before luncheon

Is there any moral enormity which might not be justified by imitation of such a Deity?

One writes to memorialize, and to bring to life again that which has been lost.

See how he throws his baited lines about,/And plays his men as anglers play their trout.

It takes guts to get out of the ruts.