We gain nothing by being with such as ourselves. We encourage one another in mediocrity. I am always longing to be with men more excellent than myself.
Tis the privilege of friendship to talk nonsense and have her nonsense respected.
What is reading but silent conversation.
I could never hate anyone I knew.
My motto is: Contented with little yet wishing for more.
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