It is a great evil, as well as a misfortune, to be unable to utter a prompt and decided 'no'.
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A person's character is but half formed till after wedlock.
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True greatness consists in being great in little things.
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Both mind and heart when given up to reveries and dreaminess, have a thousand avenues open for the entrance of evil.
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Malice can always find a mark to shoot at, and a pretence to fire.
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Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence, and usefulness; a little attention and energy will form the habit, so as to make it easy and delightful.
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