A faithful friend is a strong defence, And he that hath found him hath found a treasure.

life and love are very precious when both are in full bloom.

Conceit spoils the finest genius.

People want to be amused, not preached at, you know. Morals don't sell nowadays.

"Stay" is a charming word in a friend's vocabulary.

I ask not for any crown But that which all may win; Nor try to conquer any world Except the one within.

It takes three or four women to get each man into, through, and out of the world.

The mere possession of a gun is, in itself, an urge to kill, not only by design but by accident, by madness, by fright, by bravado.

Better lose your life than your soul.

Resolved to take fate by the throat and shake a living out of her.

I don't worry about the storms, I am learning to sail my own ship.

Women have been called queens for a long time, but the kingdom given them isn't worth ruling.

Cast your bread upon the waters, and after many days it will come back buttered.

Every house needs a grandmother in it.

Love is a great beautifier.

Some people seemed to get all sunshine, and some all shadow.

Salt is like good humour, and nearly everything is better for a pinch of it.

I like adventures, and I’m going to find some.

Prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well.