The optimist lives on the peninsula of infinite possibilities; the pessimist is stranded on the island of perpetual indecision.

Real optimism is aware of problems but recognizes the solutions, knows about difficulties but believes they can be overcome, sees the negatives but accentuates the positives, is exposed to the worst but expects the best, has reason to complain but chooses to smile.

Our greatest challenge-our greatest opportunity-is found in these words: 'Choose ye this day....'.

Christmas is more that a time of festivities, family, and friends; it is a season of generosity, gladness, and gratitude.

Adversity causes some men to break; others to break records.

In the face of unjust criticism we can become bitter or better; upset or understanding; hostile or humble; furious or forgiving.

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