Blessed is he or she who avoids being offended.

God has given each of us one or more special talents....It is up to each of us to search for and build upon the gifts which God has given.

Peace-not passion, not personal possessions, not personal accomplishments nor happiness-is one of the greatest blessings a man can receive.

One who practices pure religion soon discovers it is more rewarding to lift a man up than to hold him down.

Listening is more than being quiet. Listening is much more than silence. Listening requires undivided attention. The time to listen is when someone needs to be heard. The time to deal with a person with a problem is when he has the problem. The time to listen is the time when our interest and love are vital to the one who seeks our ear, our heart, our help, and our empathy.

Proper communication will always be a main ingredient for building family solidarity and permanence.

Tact is rubbing out another's mistakes, not rubbing them in.