Massachusetts quotes

Discover inspiring quotes about the historic state of Massachusetts. From the charming streets of Boston to the serene beauty of Cape Cod, find words that capture the essence of this New England gem.

Human minds are more full of mysteries than any written book and more changeable than the cloud shapes in the air.

- Louisa May Alcott

You don’t need scores of suitors. You need only one… if he’s the right one.

- Louisa May Alcott

Some people seemed to get all sunshine, and some all shadow…

- Louisa May Alcott

Never get tired of trying, and never think it is impossible to conquer your fault.

- Louisa May Alcott

Love casts out fear, and gratitude can conquer pride.

- Louisa May Alcott

Let us be elegant or die!

- Louisa May Alcott

I've got the key to my castle in the air, but whether I can unlock the door remains to be seen.

- Louisa May Alcott

I'd rather take coffee than compliments just now.

- Louisa May Alcott

I want to do something splendid... something heroic or wonderful that won't be forgotten after I'm dead. I don't know what, but I'm on the watch for it and mean to astonish you all someday.

- Louisa May Alcott

I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.

- Louisa May Alcott

Don't try to make me grow up before my time…

- Louisa May Alcott

Be worthy love, and love will come.

- Louisa May Alcott

Be comforted, dear soul! There is always light behind the clouds.

- Louisa May Alcott

The power of finding beauty in the humblest things makes home happy and life lovely.

- Louisa May Alcott

The humblest tasks get beautified if loving hands do them.

- Louisa May Alcott

The emerging woman will be strong-minded, strong-hearted, strong-souled, and strong-bodied. Strength and beauty must go together.

- Louisa May Alcott

Simple, genuine goodness is the best capital to found the business of this life upon. It lasts when fame and money fail, and is the only riches we can take out of this world with us.

- Louisa May Alcott

Painful as it may be, a significant emotional event can be the catalyst for choosing a direction that serves us – and those around us – more effectively. Look for the learning.

- Louisa May Alcott

Nothing is impossible to a determined woman.

- Louisa May Alcott

Life is my college. May I graduate well, and earn some honors!

- Louisa May Alcott