The realities of the world seldom measure up to the sublime designs of human imagination.

Persistence is the most traveled path to success.

What I remember the most about my childhood is constant fear and "good food." I don't want to get into the greasy, buttery, deep-fried, fatty, sugary, meaty, barbecued details here, but with no knowledge of healthy lifestyles or positive psychology, time took its toll on me.

We must understand that out of community and dialogue, the answers will arrive in their own time and way.

Wish for the happiness of your enemies, for if they are happy, they are your enemy no more.

To have our needs met, to love, to be loved, to feel safe in this world and to each know our purpose, is a simple matter of creating those blessings for others.

We must plant trees, grow gardens instead of lawns, ride bicycles when we can and support responsible local businesses over big brands.