I attempt to write a good novel. Whether it is literature or not is something that will be decided by the ages, not by me and not by a pack of critics around the globe.

She thought about how it was so simple with animals. They gave their hearts without question or fear. They had no expectations. They were so easy to love. If people could only be like that, no one would ever be hurt, she thought. No one would ever need to learn how to forgive.

I don't think anyone could write about another culture and get it 100 percent accurate.

By prolonged and continued fellowship, the sheep who follow nearby enjoy the shepherd's presence and become his familiar companions. To those closest to him, he shares the choicest portions of the food he's gathered. These happy and content sheep are never in danger. Why? Because they are near the shepherd!

Little choices determine habit; Habit carves and molds character. Which makes the big decisions.

God begins molding a mother after His own heart on the inside-in the inner woman and her heart-and then works outward.

Material blessings fade and deteriorate, but your riches in Christ are everlasting.