Human society is like an arch, kept from falling by the mutual pressure of its parts

It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult

A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.

The important thing about a problem is not its solution, but the strength we gain in finding the solution

Don't stumble over something behind you.

We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.

Great men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war.

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.

There in no one more unfortunate than the man who has never been unfortunate. for it has never been in his power to try himself.

It's all in your headJ you have the power to make things seem hard or easy or even amusing. The choice is yours.

Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.

No matter how bad your heart is broken, the world doesn't stop for your grief.

If you don't change your beliefs, your life will be like this forever. Is that good news?

You are mistaken

If you do finish the book and are still scared of me and people of my ilk, then I recommend you schedule an appointment with a therapist. Either that, or try writing your own book

So they speak soothingly about progress and the greatest possible happiness forgetting that happiness is itself poisoned if the measure of suffering has not been fulfilled.

For those who sincerely seek the truth should not fear the outcome.

What the hell did I do in the 80's? Midnight Run. A perfect movie. Just a perfect movie.

Honesty of thought and speech and written word is a jewel, and they who curb prejudice and seek honorably to know and speak the truth are the only builders of a better life.

But it’s like Cherise says, the hardest ones to love are always the ones who need it most. (Aimee)

Hasty marriage seldom proveth well.