Surprise

Famous quotes containing the word surprise:

    There is something very solemn in the thought of a great spirit like hers entering the spiritual world which she did not believe in. If we are right in our faith, what a blessed surprise for her!
    Margaret Oliphant (1828–1897)

    The pleasure we derive from doing favors is partly in the feeling it gives us that we are not altogether worthless. It is a pleasant surprise to ourselves.
    Eric Hoffer (1902–1983)

    It’s such a surprise for the Eastern eyes to see,
    That though the English are effete
    They’re quite impervious to heat.
    Noël Coward (1899–1973)