All of us sport an invisible sign around our necks -- “AS IS.” It means, take me as I am. I may not become what you want me to be. And I'm far, far from perfect. But I have some great qualities, too, as well as my share of faults. You will have to take me “AS IS” and I'll take you that way, too.

Life is a fragile and awesome gift.

We are meant to be one. And only after we realize that amazing truth can we find what we need - true peace.

I admire some people for their brilliance and I respect others for their strength. But I am indebted to those who can rekindle my spirit.

When you assess your own life, consider it with the eye of a gardener. Underneath the surface lies rich, fertile soil waiting to nurture the seeds you sow. Even more than you can imagine will grow there if given a chance.

We can never know the impact a simple smile has on another. Smiling is one of the easiest things we can do. Is there a simpler, more effortless way to give everyone you meet a moment of joy, even a sense of worth?

It's good to remember that success may be just beyond the next failure, and you'll get there, not because you're destined to, but because you're determined to.