Great Throughts Treasury

This site is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Alan William Smolowe who gave birth to the creation of this database.

Luella F. Phelan

Author of "A Collection of Thoughts, Quotes and Sayings by Luella F. Phelan"

"Youth is not a time of life; it is a state of mind. People grow old only by deserting their ideals and outgrowing the consciousness of youth. Years wrinkle the skin, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul. You are as old as your doubt; your fear; your despair. The way to keep young is to keep your faith young. Keep your self-confidence young. Keep your hope young."

"Being retired means you can learn to play again. Years wrinkle the skin, but to give up enthusiasm wrinkles the soul."