Now and then women should do for themselves what men have already done—occasionally what men have not done—thereby establishing themselves as persons, and perhaps encouraging other women toward greater independence of thought and action.

Decide...whether or not the goal is worth the risks involved. If it is, stop worrying.

Use your fear... it can take you to the place where you store your courage.

Women, like men, should try to do the impossible. And when they fail, their failure should be a challenge to others.

Obviously I faced the possibility of not returning when first I considered going. Once faced and settled there really wasn't any good reason to refer to it.

Never do things others can do and will do if there are things others cannot do or will not do.

Ours is the commencement of a flying age, and I am happy to have popped into existence at a period so interesting.