Early in life, I decided that I would not be overcome by events. My philosophy has been that regardless of the circumstances, I shall not be vanquished, but will try to be happy. Life is not easy for any of us. But it is a continual challenge, and it is up to us to be cheerful - and to be strong, so that those who depend on us may draw strength from our example.

I'm one of the most fortunate people in the world.

No one will ever feel sorry for me.

When you hold your baby in your arms the first time, and you think of all the things you can say and do to influence him, it's a tremendous responsibility. What you do with him can influence not only him, but everyone he meets and not for a day or a month or a year but for time and eternity.

The time will come when it will disgust you to look in the mirror.

My father was a great innovator in public life, but when it came to raising his daughters, no one could have been more conservative.

I know not age, nor weariness nor defeat.