The house of delusions is cheap to build but drafty to live in. TweetShareSharePin ~ A. E. HousmanTweetShareSharePin
A good character is, in all cases, the fruit of personal exertion. It is not inherited from parents; it is not created by external advantages; it is no necessary appendage of birth, wealth, talents, or station; but it is the result of one’s own endeavors, the fruit and reward of good principles manifested in a course of virtuous and honorable action. ~ J. HawesTweetShareSharePin
As death, when we come to consider it closely, is the true goal of our existence, I have formed during the last few years such close relations with this best and truest friend of mankind, that his image is not only no longer terrifying to me, but is indeed very soothing and consoling And I thank my God for graciously granting me the opportunity…of learning that death is the key which unlocks the door to our true happiness. ~ Thomas MannTweetShareSharePin
It is better to be high-spirited even though one makes more mistakes, than to be narrow-minded and all to prudent. ~ Vincent van GoghTweetShareSharePin
Friendship, of itself a holy tie, Is made more sacred by adversity. ~ Charles Caleb ColtonTweetShareSharePin
Good habits, which bring our lower passions and appetites under automatic control, leave our natures free to explore the larger experiences of life. Too many of us divide and dissipate our energies in debating actions which should be taken for granted. ~ Ralph W. SockmanTweetShareSharePin
Never react emotionally to criticism. Analyze yourself to determine whether it is justified. If it is, correct yourself. Otherwise, go on about your business. ~ Norman Vincent PealeTweetShareSharePin