"I shall rely therefore on that Providence which has hitherto preserved us, and shall feel no dismay at any dangers."

"The name of American, which belongs to you, in your national capacity, must always exalt the just pride of Patriotism, more than any appellation derived from local discriminations."

"unless someone pops in unexpectedly-Mrs. Washington and myself will do what I believe has not been done within the last twenty years by us, that is to sit down to dinner by ourselves."

"Worry is the interest paid by those who borrow trouble."

"Happiness and moral duty are inseparably connected."