There’s no greater feeling that brings joy to the heart like peace because we can do nothing well without joy, and a good conscience.

Seek happiness in tranquility and avoid ambition even if it be only the apparently innocent one of distinguishing yourself in science and discoveries.

The Russian people were just like us. They were victims of their own government. Ronald Reagan

To misuse wealth is a great fault.

Conundrum:  A fun word to repeat over and over again when no one's listening. Actual meaning is as puzzling as the need to chant the word.

When actors encounter a mishap during a stage performance, they transform it for good purpose by employing a technique called, “use the difficulty.” How can you “use the difficulty” in your life?

There's nothing quite like turning the page.

I proposed to my wife on Brighton Beach, and she said yes. That's pretty romantic. Even though I forgot to go down on one knee because I was too busy trying to compose the question.

Here's the thing about me: I have a job to do and I do it.

As soldiers we have few saving graces. Perhaps our willingness to die for what we believe in is all that matters.

I hated high school. Ugh. I couldn't wait until it was over so I could sleep in. In college, I made sure all my classes were in the afternoon. I hated getting up in the morning.