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.

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

A warm smile is the universal language of kindness.

A mediocre music teacher tells. A good music teacher explains. A superior music teacher demonstrates. A great music teacher inspires.

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

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

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