"To him whom contemplates a trait of natural beauty, no harm nor despair can come.  The doctrines of despair, spiritual or political servitude, were never taught by those who shared the serenity of Nature.  For each phase of Nature, though not invisible, is yet not too distinct or obtrusive.  It is there to be found when we look for it, but not too demanding of our attention."

"I am a citizen of the world first, and of this country at a later and more convenient hour."

The finest qualities of our nature, like the bloom on fruits, can be preserved only by the most delicate handling. Yet we do not treat ourselves nor one another thus tenderly.

What is the use of a house if you haven't got a tolerable planet to put it on?

Aim above morality. Be not simply good, be good for something.

The man who goes alone can start today; but he who travels with another must wait till that other is ready, and it may be a long time before they get off.

Achieve results, But never glory in them. Achieve results, But never boast. Achieve results, But never be proud. Achieve results, Because this is the natural way.