Whatever a man might do, whatever misery or heartache your children might give you - and they give you a lot - however much your parents irritate you - it doesn't matter because you love them.

People, even more than things, have to be restored, renewed, revived, reclaimed, and redeemed; never throw out anyone.

I don't bite you know ... unless it's called for.

The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart, the place where love resides.

It is too much to hope that I shall keep up my success. I don't ask for that. All I shall do is my best- and hope.

nothing is more important than empathy for another human being's suffering. Nothing. Not a career, not wealth, not intelligence, certainly not status. We have to feel for one another if we're going to survive with dignity.

As you grow older, you will discover that you have two hands, one for helping yourself, the other for helping others.