Take some books and read; that's an immense help; and books are always good company if you have the right sort.

Let me pick out some for you.' And Mrs Jo made a bee-line to the well-laden shelves, which were the joy of her heart and the comfort of her life.
'Give me travels and stories, please; don't want any pious works, can't seem to relish 'em, and won't pretend I do,' said Dan, following to look over her head with small favour at the long lines of well-worn volumes.
Mrs Jo turned short round, and putting a hand on either broad shoulder, looked him in the eye, saying soberly: 'Now, Dan, see here; never sneer at good things or pretend to be worse than you are.

Don't let false shame make you neglect the religion without which no man can live.

You needn't talk about it if you don't like, but don't shut your heart to it in whatever shape it comes.

Nature is your God now; she has done much for you; let her do more, and lead you to know and love a wiser and more tender teacher, friend, and comforter than she can ever be.