It seemed to be a necessary ritual that he should prepare himself for sleep by meditating under the solemnity of the night sky… a mysterious transaction between the infinity of the soul and the infinity of the universe. – Victor Hugo
Do you wish to be great? Then begin by being. Do you desire to construct a vast and lofty fabric? Think first about the foundations of humility. The higher your structure is to be, the deeper must be its foundation. – Saint Augustine
And with our broth, and bread, and bits, sir friend, Youve fared well : pray make an end ; Two days youve larded here ; a third, ye know, Makes guests and fish smell strong ; pray go – Robert Herrick
