I firmly believe that everyone deserves to live within walking distance of either beauty or convenience, if not both.

In terms of days and moments lived, you'll never again be as young as you are right now, so spend this day, the youth of your future, in a way that deflects regret. Invest in yourself. Have some fun. Do something important. Love somebody extra. In one sense, you're just a kid, but a kid with enough years on her to know that every day is priceless.

Life would be very dreary if there were no magic. If the real world were only that veil of tears, I just don't think could get up in the morning.

Self-esteem is the result of recognizing our personal power; awe and wonder come from recognizing our lack of it. Both are true, and in an exceptional life there is no conflict between them.

Home is the place where you are most thoroughly yourself, with no pretenses.

I firmly believe that everyone deserves to live within walking distance of either beauty or convenience, if not both.

It's probably unfair to expect the world at large, or even most people, to see us for all we are. It is essential, however, that we see ourselves for all we are.