The perfume of natures does not usually come forth without bruising.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

Be glad today. Tomorrow may bring tears. Be brave today. The darkest night will pass.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

Forget the past and live the present hour.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

Heroic deeds, to use whatever dower Heaven has bestowed, to test our utmost power.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

He alone is great Who by a life heroic conquers fate.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

I like the man, who faces what he must, with steps triumphant and a heart of cheer; who fights the daily battle without fear.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton

Forget the past and live in the present hour. Now is the time to work, the time to fill The soul with noblest thoughts, the time to will.

- Sarah Knowles Bolton