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That sanguine expectation of happiness which is happiness itself.

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There is no charm equal to tenderness of heart.

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The conversation soon turned upon fishing, and she heard Mr. Darcy invite him, with the greatest civility, to fish there as often as he chose while he...more

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Why not seize the pleasure at once? How often is happiness destroyed by preparation foolish preparation?

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They danced again, and when the assembly closed, parted, on the lady’s side at least, with a strong inclination for continuing the acquaintance. Wheth...more

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I must go, uncertain of my fate; but I shall return hither, or follow your party, as soon as possible. A word, a look will be enough to decide whether...more

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I am now convinced that I have never been much in love; for had I really experienced that pure and elevating passion, I should at present detest his v...more

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Depend upon it you see but half. You see the evil, but you do not see the consolation. There will be little rubs and disappointments everywhere, and w...more

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It was gratitude; gratitude, not merely for having once loved her, but for loving her still well enough to forgive all the petulance and acrimony of h...more

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the rent here may be low but i believe we have it on very hard terms --sense & sensibility

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How often is happiness destroyed by preparation, foolish preparation!

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It is a most repulsive quality, indeed,’ said he. ‘Oftentimes very convenient, no doubt, but never pleasing. There is safety in reserve, but no attrac...more

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She was happy, she knew she was happy, and knew she ought to be happy.

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Happiness must preclude false indulgence and physic.

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Why not seize the pleasure at once? -- How often is happiness destroyed by preparation, foolish preparation!