Washington Irving “The easiest thing to do, whenever you fail, is to put yourself down by blaming your lack of ability for your misfortunes.” Washington Irving View all quotes by Washington Irving →
“There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power. They speak more eloquently than ten thousand tongues. They are the messengers of overwhelming grief, of deep contrition, and of unspeakable love.” Washington Irving
“Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.” Washington Irving
“A father may turn his back on his child, brothers and sisters may become inveterate enemies, husbands may desert their wives, wives their husbands. But a mother's love endures through all.” Washington Irving
