Everything has to be organised for kids in London - you can't just walk three roads to see a friend.
Look that nothing live in thy working mind, but a naked intent stretching into God.
It is a common law of nature, which no time will ever change, that superiors shall rule their inferiors.
A generous and noble spirit cannot be expected to dwell in the breasts of men who are struggling for their daily bread.
That meek darkness be thy mirror, and thy whole remembrance.
The form of government, when it has been prudently established, produces citizens distinguished for bravery, justice, and every other good quality; whereas, on the other hand, bad institutions render men cowardly, rapacious, and slaves of every foul desire.
Governments are not overthrown by the poor, who have no power, but by the rich-when they are insulted by their inferiors and cannot obtain justice.
Forgiveness multiplies and melts rigid postures. Try again and again with self forgiveness. Be the kind parent to yourself you may not have had.
Contempt is a well-recognized defensive reaction.
As I look out at all of you gathered here, I want to say that I don't see a room full of Parisians in top hats and diamonds and silk dresses. I don't see bankers and housewives and store clerks. No. I address you all tonight as you truly are: wizards, mermaids, travelers, adventurers, and magicians. You are the true dreamers.
Rohan, one of us is an unmarried man with superior mathematical abilities and no prospects for the evening. The other is a confirmed lecher in an amorous mood, with a willing and nubile young wife waiting at home. Who do you think should do the damned account books?" And, with a nonchalant wave, St. Vincent had left the office.