The spirit in which a thing is given determines that in which the debt is acknowledged; it's the intention, not the face-value of the gift, that's weighed.

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.

Expressing oneself is like a drug. I'm so addicted to it.

... the best pilots have need of mariners, besides sails, anchor and other tackle.

Happiest are the people who give most happiness to others.

The stuff I write isn't strictly autobiographical, but it's personal, if that makes any sense. It draws all these little incidents and people out of my life and then contorts them.

I really appreciate family. I really can't imagine life without them!

Family photo albums are so powerful in that they make kids feel valued, cherished and respected.

Great hope has no real footing unless one is willing to face into the doom that may also be on the way. p.207

We're short on wisdom; we're high on technology. Where's it going to lead?

Oh how sweet to work for God all day, and then lie down at night beneath His smile.

Children, be worried when they call you America's most valuable natural resource. Have you seen what they've done to the other natural resources?