Harriet Lane
Established the Harriet Lane Home for Invalid Children, the first pediatric hospital in the United States.
Most quoted
"I have always believed that a good hostess ensures her guests are well-fed, and a clever hostess ensures they are well-entertained, even if it means a little gentle manipulation."
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"My dear, if you wish to be heard, speak softly. If you wish to be obeyed, speak with an air of absolute certainty, even if you haven't the faintest idea."
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"I often wonder if some gentlemen mistake a polite smile for an invitation to expound upon their every thought. It is a common, and often tedious, error."
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All quotes by Harriet Lane (279)
I am so glad to be here, though I miss my dear uncle dreadfully.
The White House is a strange place, full of both grandeur and loneliness.
I try to do my duty, but sometimes the weight of it all is almost unbearable.
Politics is a tiresome business, but I must endure it for my uncle's sake.
I wish for nothing more than peace and quiet, but it seems that is not to be.
The war is a terrible thing, and my heart aches for all who suffer.
I find solace in my books and in the company of those I love.
My uncle is a good man, though often misunderstood.
I believe in the power of education to uplift and empower.
It is our duty to help those less fortunate than ourselves.
I am determined to make a difference in the world, however small.
The establishment of the Harriet Lane Home for Invalid Children is a dream come true.
Children are our future, and we must do all we can to protect and nurture them.
I have found great joy in my philanthropic work.
The legacy we leave behind is more important than any personal gain.
I hope that my efforts will inspire others to give back to their communities.
Life is a journey of learning and growth.
I have no regrets, only gratitude for the opportunities I have been given.
The love of family and friends is the greatest treasure.
I believe in the inherent goodness of humanity.