Louisa May Alcott

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."

"Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us - and those around us - more effectively. Look for the learning."

"Marmee: Oh, Jo. Jo, you have so many extraordinary gifts; how can you expect to lead an ordinary life? You’re ready to go out and – and find a good use for your talent. Tho’ I don’t know what I shall do without my Jo. Go, and embrace your liberty. And see what wonderful things come of it."

"Have regular hours for work and play; make each day both useful and pleasant, and prove that you understand the worth of time by employing it well. Then youth will be delightful, old age will bring few regrets, and life will become a beautiful success."

"I ask not for any crownBut that which all may win;Nor try to conquer any worldExcept the one within."

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."

"Some books are so familiar that reading them is like being home again."

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."

"I ask not for any crownBut that which all may win;Nor try to conquer any worldExcept the one within."

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."

"The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely."