There is in some people a quietly unassuming pride that no misfortune can humble, and it goes by the name of humility. – Robert Brault, rbrault.blogspot.com
Among the reasons people keep sad stories to themselves is that they do not want anyone to feel sorry for them. I dont. I dont want you to feel sorry for me. – Judith Moore
I cannot consent that my mortal body shall be laid in a repository prepared for an Emperor or a King my republican feelings and principles forbid it the simplicity of our system of government forbids it. – Andrew Jackson