Those who would expect to reap the blessings of freedom must . We fight not to enslave, but to make room upon the earth for honest men to live in. . . .
Character is much easier kept than recovered.
As far as possible without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Especially, do not feign affection. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth.