I was afraid and knew I had every right to be, but he had awakened a part of me that no longer cared.

Books make the best ersatz friendships.

You mean you don't want to come in and hold my hand while I piss?

We're so concerned with the idea of what we ought to be that we fail to take into account the things that make us who we really are.

There is no redemption in a cruel man's love.

Mind-power takes you to the mountaintop. Heart-power takes you the stars. Soul-power takes you to the edge of the universe.

It's easy to feel depressed by focusing on problems. Count your blessings while others are adding up their worries and you will be much happier. Attitude is EVERYTHING!

Everything God does has purpose and intention behind that design. It is a master design, and every little thing has its proper place and function.

To love means not to impose your own powers on your fellow man but offer him your help. And if he refuses it to be proud that he can do it on his own strength.

To forgive is not just to be altruistic.

Abundant living means abundant giving.

Only those who have lived all their lives under the dark clouds of vague, undefined fears can appreciate the joy of a doubting soul suddenly born into the kingdom of reason and free thought.

Troubles are often the tools by which God fashions us for better things.

No man is sane who does not know how to be insane on proper occasions.

Under this president, we have a government that has grown too big, too costly and now even more overbearing by forcing religious entities to abandon their beliefs.