I was perfectly certain that I had nothing to offer of an individual nature and that my only chance of doing my duty as the wife of a public official was to do exactly as the majority of women were doing.

Always be on time. Never try to make any personal engagements. Do as little talking as humanly possible. Never be disturbed by anything. Always do what you're told to do as quickly as possible. Remember to lean back in a parade, so that people can see your husband. Don't get too fat to ride three on a seat. Get out of the way as quickly as you're not needed.

Do one thing everyday that scares you. Those small things that make us uncomfortable help us build courage to do the work we do.

People who 'view with alarm' never build anything.

I think it is impossible for one human being really to know another without first knowing and being at peace with himself.

No one can insult you without your permission.

It takes courage to love, but pain through love is the purifying fire which those who love generously know.