The gardener knows how to turn garbage into compost. Therefore our anger, sadness, and fear is the best compost for our compassion.

I have been shown in darkness, light [and] have learned that, even in prison, one can be free.

I find God in the suffering eyes reflected in mine. I will always seek God. Some people find God in church. Some people find God in nature. Some people find God in love; I find God in suffering. I’ve known for some time what my life’s work is, using my hands as tools to relieve suffering.

A true friend sticks with you through thick and thin no matter what.

I've learned that selflessness is a practice, not a place; a journey much more than a destination.

I remember Mom always telling me that all in all in the end the only one you really have is God.

The sun doesn't determine the brightness of the day, you do.