Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners.

Good character is more to be praised than outstanding talent. Most talents are, to some extent, a gift. Good character, by contrast, is not given to us. We have to build it, piece by piece - by thought, choice, courage, and determination.

Be bold and courageous. When you look back on your life, you'll regret the things you didn't do more than the ones you did.

Never give up on anybody. Miracles happen everyday.

Marrying an old bachelor is like buying second-hand furniture.

While earning your daily bread, be sure you share a slice with those less fortunate.

Pay as much attention to the things that are working positively in your life as you do to the things that give you trouble.