When ordinary people decide to do extraordinary things they transform their lives and the lives of others around them.

I was raised to believe that excellence is the best deterrent to racism or sexism. And that's how I operate my life.

I trust in the ebb and flow of the universe. I trust that life's bigger than what I can see. I trust that there is a divine order beyond my control. And I trust that no matter what happens, I will be all right.

Can you see me? Can you hear me? Does anything I say mean anything to you?

What has made me successful is the ability to surrender my plans, dreams and goals to a power that's greater than other people and greater than myself.

Be thankful for what you have; you'll end up having more.

Even the wildest dreams have to start somewhere. Allow yourself the time and space to let your mind wander and your imagination fly.