I think people really marry far too much it is such a lottery after all, and for a poor woman a very doubtful happiness. – Queen Victoria
Great events make me quiet and calm it is only trifles that irritate my nerves. – Queen Victoria
A marriage is no amusement but a solemn act, and generally a sad one. – Queen Victoria
When I think of a merry, happy, free young girl – and look at the ailing, aching state a young wife generally is doomed to – which you cant deny is the penalty of marriage. – Queen Victoria