This book is dedicated to all those who fell by the airside, for nothing is wasted, and every apparent failure is but a challenge to others.

Had I been a man I might have explored the Poles or climbed Mount Everest, but as it was my spirit found outlet in the air. . . .

I think it is a pity to lose the romantic side of flying and simply to accept it as a common means of transport, although that end is what we have all ostensibly been striving to attain.

It is a good idea for everyone who does not have contra-indications to receive a flu shot.

Better a friend to all his weight in gold.

God gave us His authority, He gave us His wisdom, He is waiting for our actions

We're never as good as we think we are, nor as bad as we think we are.

Let us remember: trials are an evidence of a Father's love.

Trends that can't continue, won't.

Trust yourself. Think for yourself. Act for yourself. Speak for yourself. Be yourself. Imitation is suicide.

I have trouble with any kind of focus or concentrating, or getting anything done at all, really.

As long as I'm not taking a penalty we will be OK. But if it's like two years ago I will need a doctor.

My job makes me travel a lot and too often I'm away from my children, but I don't ever stop being a mom inside my head and my heart. There is no higher love than that.

I was on Khodorkovsky's payroll myself for ten years. I'm biased because I respect him.