A lot of people want a shortcut. I find the best shortcut is the long way, which is basically two words: work hard.

I always thought every day was a gift, but now I am looking for where to send the thank you note.

He had high hopes for society, and though his hopes were too often dashed, he remained a raging optimist.

Coach Graham rode you pretty hard, didn't he?" he said. I could barely muster a "yeah." That's a good thing," the assistant told me. When you're screwing up and nobody says anything to you anymore, it means they've given up on you.

Find the best in everybody. Wait long enough, and people will surprise and impress you. It might even take years, but people will show you their good side. Just keep waiting.

But I want her to grow up knowing that I was the first man ever to fall in love with her. I'd always thought the father/daughter thing was overstated. But I can tell you, sometimes, she looks at me and I just become a puddle.

There's a limit to how many times you can read how great you are and what an inspiration you are, but I'm not there yet.