There is in every true woman's heart, a spark of heavenly fire, which lies dormant in the broad daylight of prosperity, but which kindles up and beam…

- Washington Irving

A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles.

- Washington Irving

There is never jealousy where there is not strong regard.

- Washington Irving

Love is never lost. If not reciprocated, it will flow back and soften and purify the heart.

- Washington Irving

Jealous people poison their own banquet and then eat it

- Washington Irving

Great minds have purposes; others have wishes.

- Washington Irving

There is an enduring tenderness in the love of a mother to a son that trancends all other affections of the heart

- Washington Irving

A barking dog is often more useful than a sleeping lion.

- Washington Irving

Villainy wears many masks; none so dangerous as the mask of virtue.

- Washington Irving