There is in every true woman's heart a spark of heavenly fire, which lies dormant in the broad daylight of prosperity; but which kindles up, and beams and blazes in the dark hour of adversity.
Washington IrvingLove is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.
Washington IrvingThere is a certain relief in change, even though it be from bad to worse; as I have found in traveling in a stage coach, that it is often a comfort to shift one's position and be bruised in a new place.
Washington IrvingThere is a sacredness in tears. They are not a mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition and of unspeakable love.
Washington IrvingSweet is the memory of distant friends! Like the mellow rays of the departing sun, it falls tenderly, yet sadly, on the heart.
Washington IrvingIt is worthy to note, that the early popularity of Washington was not the result of brilliant achievement nor signal success; on the contrary, it rose among trials and reverses, and may almost be said to have been the fruit of defeat.
Washington IrvingStichwörter: america revolution washington
Great minds have purpose, others have wishes. Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortunes; but great minds rise above them.
Washington IrvingStichwörter: purpose misfortune
after a man passes 60 , his mischief is mainly in his head
Washington IrvingA kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles.
Washington IrvingStichwörter: school-journal
A tart temper never mellows with age, and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.
Washington IrvingStichwörter: rip-van-winkle
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