I prefer surveying for a week to spending a week in fashionable society even of the best class. Ellen Swallow Richards More Quotes by Ellen Swallow Richards More Quotes From Ellen Swallow Richards The world moves, but we seem to move with it. When I studied physiology beforethere were two hundred and eight bones in the body. Now there are two hundred and thirty- eight. Ellen Swallow Richards eight knowledge moving A political place with no power, only influence, is not to my taste. Ellen Swallow Richards politics political power If it is a relief to take your clothes off at night, be sure that something is wrong. Clothes should not be a burden. They shouldbe a comfort and a protection. Ellen Swallow Richards clothes fashion night I am succeeding quite well in my work and the future looks well. What special mission is God preparing me for? Cutting off all earthly ties and isolating me as it were. Ellen Swallow Richards cutting ties success Work is a sovereign remedy for all ills, and a man who loves to work will never be unhappy. Ellen Swallow Richards work happiness men The most conventional customs cling to the table. Farmers who wouldn't drive a horse too hard expect pie three times a day. Ellen Swallow Richards horse pie three I wish the women's rights folks would be more sensible. I think women have a great deal to learn, before they are fit to vote. Ellen Swallow Richards rights wish thinking New England is the home of all that is good and noble with all her sternness and uncompromising opinions. Ellen Swallow Richards noble england home The only trouble here is they won't let us study enough. They are so afraid we shall break down and you know the reputation of the College is at stake, for the question is, can girls get a college degree without ruining their health? Ellen Swallow Richards down you health college
