George Pope Morris Quotes
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We esteem in the world those who do not merit our esteem, and neglect persons of true worth; but the world is like the ocean--the pearl is in its depths, the seaweed swims.
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Woodman, spare that tree! Touch not a single bough! In youth it sheltered me, And I'll protect it now.
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It made and preserves us a nation.
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Near the lake where drooped the willow, Long time ago!
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Law has been called a bottomless pit, not so much because of its depth, as that its windings are so obscure nobody can see the end.
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The union of lakes--the union of lands-- The union of States none can sever-- The union of hearts--the union of hands-- And the flag of our Union for ever!
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A laughing fool ... seems born for nothing but to show his teeth.
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It appears to me that strong sense and acute sensibility together constitute genius.