A library is a fueling station for your mind.

Perspective is a kind of mental sunblock that, provided we apply it properly, prevents us from getting burned by past mistakes.

Book love is something like romantic love. When we are reading a really great book, burdens feel lighter, cares seem smaller.

Plan to the extent that feels right to you at a particular time in your life, but always be open to serendipity.

The mountain is never as big as it appears. You're never as small as you believe.

Expose your negatives to light, and just like a photo - the picture of your life will develop into something beautiful.

One must avoid getting stuck in the negative memories because these can block personal growth.

...originality is little morethan the fine blending of influences.

An oversupply of national sentiment is not the problem in Somalia. The problem is a lack of it. The problem is an oversupply of sub-sub-clannish attitude.

We must invite the Cross to do its deadly work within before we can be free.

We live in the moment. We're not thinking about the future right now. We're not thinking about the past, you know. We're living in this moment right here and it's a sweet moment to live in.

A loving wife will do anything for her husband except stop criticizing him and trying to improve him.

Heaven lieth at the feet of mothers.

The culture of celebrity has become insane. It's all based on fantasy, and I find it creepy and disturbing.