Moderation in all things, especially moderation.

“The power of love, as the basis of a State, has never been tried.”

“In happy hours, nature appears to us one with art; art perfected, -- the work o…”

“It is remarkable, the character of the pleasure we derive from the best books. …”

“To fill the hour,—that is happiness; to fill the hour, and leave no crevice for…”