Silly things do cease to be silly if they are done by sensible people in an impudent way.
fromEmmabyJane AustenWhy not seize the pleasure at once?—How often is happiness destroyed by preparation, foolish preparation!
fromEmmabyJane AustenHuman nature is so well disposed towards those who are in interesting situations, that a young person, who either marries or dies, is sure of being kindly spoken of.
fromEmmabyJane AustenThere are people, who the more you do for them, the less they will do for themselves.
fromEmmabyJane AustenOh! I always deserve the best treatment, because I never put up with any other; and, therefore, you must give me a plain, direct answer.
fromEmmabyJane AustenIt is very unfair to judge of any body’s conduct, without an intimate knowledge of their situation…
fromEmmabyJane Austen