Real optimism is exposed to the worst but expects the best.

The more patient we are, the more understanding we become.

America needs fewer men obsessed with erecting fences of hate, suspicion and name calling.

We are more than what we do... much more than what we accomplish... far more than what we possess.

For each new morning with its light, For rest and shelter of the night, For health and food, for love and friends... Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.

Teaching is more than imparting knowledge, it is inspiring change.

Forgiveness from others is charity; from God, grace; from oneself, wisdom.