It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.

Short words are best and the old words when short are best of all.

To give and then not feel that one has given is the very best of all ways of giving.

It's a funny thing about life if you refuse to accept anything but the best, you very often get it.

I believe that a simple and unassuming manner of life is best for everyone, best both for the body and the mind.

Our prayers should be for blessings in general, for God knows best what is good for us.

I always prefer to believe the best of everybody, it saves so much trouble.

The best way to keep one's word is not to give it.

I want it said of me by those who knew me best, that I always plucked a thistle and planted a flower where I thought a flower would grow.

At his best, man is the noblest of all animals separated from law and justice he is the worst.