You can finish school, and even make it easy - but you never finish your education, and it's seldom easy.

The same God who created Rembrandt created you, and you are as precious in God’s sight as Rembrandt or anyone else.

Don't let the mistakes and disappointments of the past control and direct your future.

Honesty and integrity are absolutely essential for success in life - all areas of life. The really good news is that anyone can develop both honesty and integrity.

Surrogate fathers and other male figures stepped in to give guidance after my dad died. Businessmen taught me to honor my commitments; others gave me opportunities beyond my wildest imaginations. Authors and speakers set good, solid examples of high standards and lofty goals for me; mature, committed Christians nurtured and instructed me.

Men are stupid. That much I know for sure. They say stupid things. They do stupid things. They hurt you for stupid reasons. But we love them all the same. My fiancee can be as stupid as can be at times, but then again so can I. We all can. Lets face it, life and love would be boring if we were all straight laced and smart.

Effort is the key, but direction and loyalty are paramount.