Nature does not loathe virtue: it is unaware of its existence. - A Letter to Myself.

Nature does not loathe virtue: it is unaware of its existence. - A Letter to Myself.

the tragic or the humorous is a matter of perspective

the tragic or the humorous is a matter of perspective

We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are.

We usually know what we can do, but temptation shows us who we are.

A pleasant illusion is better than a harsh reality.

A pleasant illusion is better than a harsh reality.

The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. Calmness of mind read more

The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. Calmness of mind is one of the beautiful jewels of wisdom.

You can close your eyes to reality, but not to memories.

You can close your eyes to reality, but not to memories.

The weak have one weapon: the errors of those who think they are strong.

The weak have one weapon: the errors of those who think they are strong.

True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it is lost.

True friendship is like sound health; the value of it is seldom known until it is lost.

Every one comes between men's souls and God, either as a brick wall or as a bridge. Either you are read more

Every one comes between men's souls and God, either as a brick wall or as a bridge. Either you are leading men to God or you are driving them away.