She had the habit of making up virtuous qualities in a man to support her attraction.

It is important to be diligent because riches comes only into the hands of the diligent

Quantum est in rebus inane! How much folly there is in human affairs.

The choice of opening, whether to aim for quiet or risky play, depends not only on the style of a player, but also on the disposition with which he sits down at the board.

I'm still at the age where I'm constantly seeking approval of people I have respect for.

Leadership is helping other people grow and succeed. it is not just about you. It's all about them.... everyone deserves a chance.... you can never let yourself be a victim.

... that ultimate success in community leadership will only be achieved if it stimulates participation by others who are also to be seen as in their own way leaders and not merely helpers.

Time is not measured by the years that pass by, instead by the things you do, feel or accomplish.

There's been so many, I think [Lucas Goodman and I] share this, but for us, Afropunk was a really big moment just because it was in New York.

I am in limbo, and in limbo there are no races, no prizes, no changes, no chances. There are merely degrees of endurance, and endurance never was my strong point.

If someone doesn't want me, I'm not going to hang around and win them over.