Man, like the bridge, was designed to carry the load of the moment, not the combined weight of a year at once.

We can be bitter about our handicaps or we can be happy about our blessings.

A mediocre music teacher tells. A good music teacher explains. A superior music teacher demonstrates. A great music teacher inspires.

Wise are they who have learned these truths: Trouble is temporary. Time is tonic. Tribulation is a test tube.

Three enemies of personal peace: regret over yesterday’s mistakes, anxiety over tomorrow’s problems, and ingratitude for today’s blessings.

Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you.

The greatest failure is the failure to try.