Lincoln quotes

I must make my decision, Bob must make his, you yours. And bear what we must. Hold and carry what we must. What I carry within me, you must allow me to do it. Alone, as I must. And you alone, Mary, you alone may lighten the burden. Or render it intolerable. As you choose.

Abraham Lincoln

I could write shorter sermons but when I get started I'm too lazy to stop.

Abraham Lincoln

William Seward : In my opinion...
Abraham Lincoln : To which I always listen...
William Seward : Or pretend to.
Abraham Lincoln : With all three of my ears.

William Seward, Abraham Lincoln