If we want the freedom to take part in our bit of differentness, then we must allow others their rights to take part in theirs, as long as they do not harm the person or property of a non-consenting other, of course. IT'S JUST common sense. It's also constitutional and it forms the cornerstone of the American ideal: free individual expression, tolerance and compassion.

Most people, once they graduate from the School of Hard Knocks, automatically enroll in the University of Adversity.

If we learned all we needed to know in kindergarten, it was promptly drummed out of us in first grade.

Guilt is anger directed at ourselves.

You're asking the government to control individual morality. This is a government that can't buy a toilet seat for under $600.

When you start noticing even a small portion of all there is to be grateful for, you'll find there is no room for lack, hurt, or want. The attitude of gratitude: the great, full feeling.

You are powerful. Sorry. Hate to be the bearer of bad news. You are. You can continue arm wrestling with yourself, or you can use both arms, your whole heart, and all your strength to wrestle with greatness. The choice is yours.