A mistress should be like a little country retreat near the town; not to dwell in constantly, but only for a night and away.
William Wycherley, English Dramatist
Love is like linen, often changed, the sweeter.
Phineas Fletcher, English Poet
The more one loves a mistress, the more one is ready to hate her.
Francois, Duc de La Rochefoucauld, French Writer
The only true love is love at first sight; second sight dispels it.
Israel Zangwill, British Author
Love ceases to be a pleasure when it ceases to be a secret.
Aphra Behn, English Playwright
*Dorothy Parker, American Humorist