Frame every so-called disaster with these words: In five years, will this matter?

I once heard someone say that prayer is more than words. It's a stance you take, a position you claim. You throw your body against the door to keep the demons from advancing and stay put until they go away.

Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

The last watch I wore felt like a handcuff. When I need to know the time, I check my cell phone.

A book store is a treasure chest. Every time you walk in one, you strike gold.

If you're lucky enough to still have grandparents, visit them, cherish them and celebrate them while you can.

It's rare to find someone excited over jury duty. If they're out there, I've never met them. Not a one. When the summons for jury duty arrives in the mail, how many people scream, 'Yes!' and run to clear the calendar? None. Our first and only reaction is, 'Oh, no,' quickly followed by, 'How can I get out of this?'