“But do not be cast down. Such squeamish youths as cannot bear to be connected with a little absurdity are not worth a regret”

“Such squeamish youths as cannot bear to be connected with a little absurdity are not worth a regret.”

“One cannot creep upon a journey; one cannot help getting on faster than one has planned: and the pleasure of coming in upon one's friends before the look-out begins is worth a great deal more than any little exertion it needs.”

“...I cannot say that I regret my comparative insignificance, Importance may sometimes be purchased too dearly.”

“I do not think it worth while to wait for enjoyment until there is some real opportunity for it.”

“An artist cannot do anything slovenly.”

“…for what after all is Youth and Beauty?”