“Kindness gives birth to kindness.”

“The power for creating a better future is contained in the present moment: You create a good future by creating a good present.”

“A friend who understands your tears is much more valuable than a lot of friends who only know your smile.”

“The only person you should strive to be better than, is the person you were yesterday. ”

“You can avoid reality, but you cannot avoid the consequences of avoiding reality.”

Silence isn’t empty. It’s full of answers

There are friends, there is family, and then there are friends that become family.

Your child needs your presence more than your presents. – Jesse Jackson

“When you talk, you are only repeating what you already know. But if you listen you may learn something new.”

Control anger before it controls you.

“Family is not about blood. It’s about who is willing to hold your hand when you need it the most.” 

“The word ‘happy’ would lose its meaning if it were not balanced by sadness.”

“Gratitude is one of the most powerful human emotions. Once expressed, it changes attitude, brightens outlook, and broadens our perspective.”