Charles Simmons

Never go backward. Attempt, and do it with all your might. Determination is power.

Never go backward. Attempt, and do it with all your might. Determination is power.

Ridicule is like a wolf: it only destroys those who fear it

Ridicule is like a wolf: it only destroys those who fear it

For the most part fraud in the end secures for its companions repentance and shame

For the most part fraud in the end secures for its companions repentance and shame

Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, read more

Promptitude is not only a duty, but is also a part of good manners; it is favorable to fortune, reputation, influence, and usefulness; a little attention and energy will form the habit, so as to make it easy and delightful.

Both mind and heart when given up to reveries and dreaminess, have a thousand avenues open for the entrance of read more

Both mind and heart when given up to reveries and dreaminess, have a thousand avenues open for the entrance of evil.