Washington Irving
Great minds have purpose, while others just have wishes.
Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortune, but great minds rise above them.
It is interesting to notice how some minds seem almost to create themselves, springing up under every disadvantage, and working their solitary but irresistible way through a thousand obstacles.
Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.