Washington Irving
American author and essayist, 1783-1859
6 quotes.
Quotes by Washington Irving
- A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles.
- A tart temper never mellows with age; and a sharp tongue is the only edged tool that grows keener with constant use.
- How easy is it for one benevolent being to diffuse pleasure around him, and how truly is a kind heart a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity to freshen into smiles.
- I endeavor to take things as they come with cheerfulness, and when I cannot get a dinner to suit my taste, I endeavor to get a taste to suit my dinner.
- Little minds are tamed and subdued by misfortunes; but great minds rise above them.
- Love is never lost. If not reciprocated it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.