Only the person who risks is truly free

Christmas is more than a time of music, merriment and mirth; it is a season of meditation, mangers and miracles. Christmas is more than a time of carols, cards and candy; it is a season of dedication and decision.

'If only' is the excuse of the loser; 'I can' is the affirmation of the winner.

The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires.

The momentary thrill of getting rarely equals the lasting joy of giving.

To the optimist, obstacles aare challenges, roadblocks are inspirations, and problems are invitations to achievement.

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.