The gifts we treasure most over the years are often small and simple. In easy times and tough times, what seems to matter most is the way we show those nearest us that we've been listening to their needs, to their joys, and to their challenges.

The only thing evil can’t stand is forgiveness.

The world needs a sense of worth, and it will achieve it only by its people feeling that they are worthwhile.

Life is deep and simple, and what our society gives us is shallow and complicated.

The real drama of life is never centerstage. It's always in the wings.

What do you think it is that drives people to want far more than they could ever use or need? I frankly think it's insecurity. How do we let the world know that the trappings of this life are not the things that are ultimately important for being accepted?

Play gives children a chance to practice what they are learning...They have to play with what they know to be true in order to find out more, and then they can use what they learn in new forms of play.