There is one miracle that women can always perform, and always it
astonishes the man; it is this: to change from the recipient into the
appellant. That is to say,

When woman, usually regarded as the receiver, becomes the giver,--or
rather the demander,--man's wonderment surpasses words. And let it be
remembered that

There is no re-crossing this Rubicon.

* * *

Mistrust a prolonged and obdurate resistance. Either you are
out-classed, or you are out-experienced. And, besides,

Surrender after prolonged resistance rarely is brought about by emotion.


* * *

A woman never really quite detests daring. This is why
Much is a forgiving a daring man. So, too,

Much is forgiven a pretty woman –by the men.

* * *

If the beginning of strife is as when one letteth out water, the
beginning of love is as when one kindleth a fire.