We possess only the happiness we are able to understand. – Maurice Maeterlinck
An act of goodness is of itself an act of happiness. No reward coming after the event can compare with the sweet reward that went with it. – Maurice Maeterlinck
Many a happiness in life, as many a disaster, can be due to chance, but the peace within us can never be governed by chance. – Maurice Maeterlinck
I have never for one instant seen clearly within myself. How then would you have me judge the deeds of others? – Maurice Maeterlinck