You have a good many little gifts and virtues, but there is no need of parading them, for conceit spoils the finest genius. There is not much danger that real talent or goodness will be overlooked long, and the great charm of all power is modesty. Louisa May Alcott charmconceitdanger share on social
A faithful friend is a strong defense; And he that hath found him hath found a treasure. Louisa May Alcott defensefaithfulfind Change image and share on social
Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us - and those around us - more effectively. Look for the learning. Louisa May Alcott catalystchoosedirection Change image and share on social
Let my name stand among those who are willing to bear ridicule and reproach for the truth's sake, and so earn some right to rejoice when the victory is won. Louisa May Alcott bearearnrejoice Change image and share on social
Father asked us what was God's noblest work. Anna said men, but I said babies. Men are often bad, but babies never are. Louisa May Alcott annaaskbaby Change image and share on social
Work is and always has been my salvation and I thank the Lord for it. Louisa May Alcott lordsalvationwork Change image and share on social
Women have been called queens for a long time, but the kingdom given them isn't worth ruling. Louisa May Alcott callkingdomlong Change image and share on social
'Stay' is a charming word in a friend's vocabulary. Louisa May Alcott charmfriendstay Change image and share on social
