It is easy to do things for our own families and loved ones, but to give of our substance for the stranger who is in need is the real test of our charity and love for our fellowmen.

Self-discipline is doing what you know you should do when you don't want to do it.

Freedom is based on truth, and no man is completely free as long as any part of his belief is based on error.

As we express our appreciation of our many blessings, we become more conscious of what the Lord has done for us, and thereby we become more appreciative

...The only slogan we need in order to be happy in our home is: Love Each Other -three simple words. Apply the ingredients of love. Sacrifice for each other. Make each other happy.

It is too late if we wait until the moment of temptation before making our decision.

Let us look for the good rather than try to discover any hidden evil. We can easily find fault in others if that is what we are looking for.

Samuel F. B. Morse, inventor of the telegraph, said that whenever he could not see his way clearly, he knelt down and prayed for light and understanding.

There is no real happiness in having or getting, but only in giving.

Integrity, or the lack of it, touches almost every facet of our lives-everything we say, every thought and desire.

Improper parental example in the home is a leading cause of the wandering of youth.

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river.

do not be so quick to say "okay" it is alright to disagree with the action yet love the person.

Since I sometimes won the race between my fancy and nature’s reality, the deception was bearable. Unbearable pain began when chance entered the fray and deprived me of the smile meant for me.

Thanksgiving comes after Christmas.

You cannot walk on the water of hunger, misery, and death. You have to wade through to record them.

I don't have a computer - I don't like to get into it that much 'cause it can screw with your head a little.

If you don't have passion, change.

Do not let a day go by without taking some time for yourself - some time you spend in pure pleasure, as you see it.

There are days in retirement that are the waking equivalent of a dreamless sleep, if you know what I mean.

We're deaf men working as musicians; we play the music but we can't hear it.