"I have worked hard. Anyone who works as hard as I did will achieve the same results."

"The musicians should not be permitted to speak during the service, nor to chew tobacco."

"Since the best man could not be obtained, mediocre ones would have to be accepted."

"I find my inspiration in God."

"I have to put up with a great deal of annoyance and envy, and consequently I am forced to live in almost constant vexation."