2819. Neatness, tastefulness, and good sense may be shown in the management of a small household, and the arrangement of a little furniture, as well as upon a larger scale; and these qualities are always praised, and always treated with respect and attention.
2820. The consideration which many purchase by living beyond their income, and, of course, living upon others, is not worth the trouble it costs.
2821. The glare there is about this false and wicked parade is deceptive: it does not, in fact, procure a man valuable friends, or extensive influence.
2822. If the house is rented.—Before taking a house, be careful to calculate that the rent is not too high in proportion to your means; for remember that the rent is a claim which must be paid with but little delay, and that the landlord has greater power over your property than any other creditor.