Hope itself is a species of happiness, and, perhaps, the chief happiness which this world affords; but, like all other pleasures immoderately enjoyed, the excesses of hope must be expiated by pain.
That is the happiest conversation where there is no competition, no vanity, but a calm quiet interchange of sentiments.
- Topic: Communication, Happiness
- Location: Arches National Park
- Photo: Jeffrey Benjamin
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