It is delightful at all times, but I think especially so after dark. The monument stands up distinct but not quite earthly in the night, and at this season the air is sweet with the jasmine and honeysuckle.

More from Theodore Roosevelt

• Do what you can, with what you have, where you are.
• I generally have people in to lunch, but at dinner, thank fortune, we are usually alone.
• In all his sickness Archie remembered that to-day was Mademoiselle’s birthday, and sent her his love and congratulations—which promptly reduced good Mademoiselle to tears.
• In all his sickness Archie remembered that to-day was Mademoiselle's birthday, and sent her his love and congratulations'which promptly reduced good Mademoiselle to tears.
• In any event, even if I am beaten you must remember that we have had three years of great enjoyment out of the Presidency and that we are mighty lucky to have had them.
• Much has been given us, and much will rightfully be expected from us. We have duties to others and duties to ourselves; and we can shirk neither.