Words, like tranquil waters behind a dam, can become reckless and uncontrollable torrents of destruction when released without caution and wisdom.

Opportunity is often difficult to recognize; we usually expect it to beckon us with beepers and billboards.

Do more than be fair: be kind.

The experienced mountain climber is not intimidated by a mountain - he is inspired by it. The persistent winner is not discouraged by a problem--he is challenged by it. Mountains are created to be conquered; adversities are designed to be defeated; problems are sent to be solved. It is better to master one mountain than a thousand foothills.

We can learn much from wise words, little from wisecracks, and less from wise guys.

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

Real optimism knows the difficulties but believes they can be overcome.