...these hearts of ours are curious and contrary things, and time and nature work their will in spite of us. - Louisa May Alcott

"It is my opinion that this day will never come to an end," said Prince, with a yawn that nearly rent him assunder.

Money is a needful and precious thing, and when well used, a noble thing, but I never want you to think it is the first or only prize to strive for. I'd rather see you poor men's wives, if you were happy, beloved, contented, than queens on thrones, without self-respect and peace.

Mrs. Jo did not mean the measles, but that more serious malady called love, which is apt to ravage communities, spring and autumn, when winter gayety and summer idleness produce whole bouquets of engagements, and set young people to pairing off like the birds.