Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received. Thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Thanksgiving is the following of that impulse. Henry Van Dyke expressfeltgratitude Change image and share on social
It is with rivers as it is with people: the greatest are not always the most agreeable nor the best to live with. Henry Van Dyke agreeablegreatlive Change image and share on social
To desire and strive to be of some service to the world, to aim at doing something which shall really increase the happiness and welfare and virtue of mankind - this is a choice which is possible for all of us; and surely it is a good haven to sail for. Henry Van Dyke aimchoicedesire share on social
A peace that depends on fear is nothing but a suppressed war. Henry Van Dyke dependfearpeace Change image and share on social
Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best. Henry Van Dyke birdpossesssilent Change image and share on social
The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month. Henry Van Dyke daydifferencegreat Change image and share on social
Genius is talent set on fire by courage. Henry Van Dyke couragefiregenius Change image and share on social
There is only one way to get ready for immortality, and that is to love this life and live it as bravely and faithfully and cheerfully as we can. Henry Van Dyke bravelycheerfullyfaithfully Change image and share on social
There is no personal charm so great as the charm of a cheerful temperament. Henry Van Dyke charmcheerfulgreat Change image and share on social
Time is too slow for those who wait, too swift for those who fear, too long for those who grieve, too short for those who rejoice, but for those who love, time is eternity. Henry Van Dyke eternityfeargrieve Change image and share on social
