We are confusing making “progress” with eradicating the larger problem.

Happiness will never flourish in a life bereft of optimism.

I understand (finally) that God does not REACT to prayers or petitions. He has ACTED. It is already done.

Why trade definite for a maybe?

Words, and faith, will only take you as far as your actions allow.

Success is determined by how little time you have to worry whether others are criticizing you, while being too focused to address them if they are.

Depending on the strength of the relationship, level of communication and one’s tolerance for discord, many people are able to get past normal skirmishes unscathed.

Stop giving the best part of you to those unworthy of that gift.

In relationships, everyone makes mistakes. If you are forgiven for yours, don't take it for granted.

Truth be told, many couples spend more time planning the wedding and the honeymoon than they do preparing for the marriage.

Trying to change someone to suit your desires is a setup for disappointment.

For Parents: Never blame or scold a child for their first mistake after all family is the first school from where a child learns.

A distinctive appearance and a simple set of characteristics lead to an extremely flexible brand. (pg. 38)

I haven't really made up my mind concretely about having kids.

I think most of us sense that it is a responsibility of the humanities to try to help better the conduct of human beings in their lives and manifold professional activities.

I just don't think [Payne] was the right time to do it, maybe. It was timing, not so much that it was executed wrong.

I've always had a strange fear of spoons.

Can he who understands not God's word, understand God's works?

It is a pity that Elizabeth and I cannot marry each other. Our children would have gained mastery over the whole world.

He used to believe good things happened in this kind of weather.

I remember noticing, when I had my babies, how much I liked them, and not just loved them, but I was really into them. I knew I was going to be curious about them, and up for the mayhem ahead.