The common bond of humanity and decency that we share is stronger than any conflict, any adversity. Fighting for your convictions is important. But finding peace is paramount. Knowing when to fight and when to seek peace is wisdom. Ubuntu was right.
Potential is universal, opportunity is not.
I just want to do as much as I can while I can, because none of us are promised anything.
We're not products of our environments, we're products of our expectations.
Kids need to think that you care before they care what you think.
I sat back, allowing Wes's words to sink in. Then I responded, "I guess it's hard sometimes to distinguish between second chances and last chances.