Henry Van DykeThinkers

Charm is never any greater than when it is the charm of a cheerful temperament.

The Flaw is not that which has the fewest thorns but that which bears the finest roses.

Genius is talent set on fire by courage.

Gratitude is the inward feeling of kindness received whereas thankfulness is the natural impulse to express that feeling. Lastly, thanksgiving is the following of that impulse.

Heaven is blessed with perfect rest but the blessing of earth is toil.

Jazz is music invented by devils for the torture of imbeciles.

Love is the heart's immortal thirst to be completely known and all forgiven.

Old age is the road's last turn.

Peace is nothing but suppressed war when it depends on fear.

Self is the only prison that can ever bind the soul.