“Let my name stand among those who are willing to bear ridicule and reproach for the truth's sake, and so earn some right to rejoice when the victory is won.”

“ridicule is often harder to bear than self-denial.”

“Life is like college; may I graduate and earn some honors.”

“But, Polly, a principle that can't bear being laughed at, frowned on, and cold-shouldered, isn't worthy of the name.”

“Boys don't gush, so I can stand it. The last time I let in a party of girls, one fell into my arms and said, "Darling, love me!" I wanted to shake her,' answered Mrs. Jo, wiping her pen with energy.”

“…she rejoiced as only mothers can in the good fortunes of their children.”

“Women who dare are few, the women who would stand and wait are many.”