I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it.

Rainbows are people whose lives are bright, shining examples for others.

I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

Ritie, don't worry 'cause you ain't pretty. Plenty pretty women I seen digging ditches or worse. You smart. I swear to God, I rather you have a good mind than a cute behind.

The sisters and brothers that you meet give you the materials which your character uses to build itself. It is said that some people are born great, others achieve it, some have it thrust upon them. In truth, the ways in which your character is built have to do with all three of those. Those around you, those you choose, and those who choose you.

We need Joy as we need air. We need Love as we need water. We need each other as we need the earth we share.

I refuse to allow any man-made differences to separate me from any other human beings.