If one cannot invent a really convincing lie, it is often better to stick to the truth.

People who say Jane or talk about Janeites revolt me. The sort that can walk with kings and not lose that common touch. 'Miss Austen to you' is what I feel inclined to say.

If one cannot invent a really convincing lie, it is often better to stick to the truth

Never economize on luxuries

What does Mrs Preston want to go abroad for?' asked Mr Leslie.

'I think her doctor wanted her to, Father,' said Agnes.

'Doctors!' said Mr Leslie, wiping the whole of the Royal College of Physicians off the face of the world with this withering remark.

A food vendor told me they were within $500 of their previous year's entire fair sales within the first two days.