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

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.

Fools act on imagination without knowledge. Pedants act on knowledge without imagination.

It is wise to direct your anger towards problems - not people; to focus your energies on answers - not excuses.

Empathy feels these thoughts; your hurt is in my heart, your loss is in my prayers, your sorrow is in my soul, and your tears are in my eyes.

Success never resides in the world of weak wishes, but in the palace of purposeful plans and prayerful persistence.

Christmas can be the end of emptiness and waywardness; The beginning of happiness and purposefulness.