You are really an admirable tonic, much better than what Sir Andrew prescribes for me. You must tell me what people you would like to meet, though. I want it to be a delightful gathering. I smoke a great deal too much. I am going to limit myself, for the future.
Moderation is a fatal thing.
Enough is as bad as a meal. More than enough is as good as a feast. Lady Ruxton glanced at him curiously. You must come and explain that to me some afternoon, Lord Henry. If you do, we are sure to squabble upstairs.