Books represent the accumulated workings of the human mind, the endless treasures of man's thoughts.

Without hard work, nothing grows but weeds.

God is the designer of the family.

Being humble means recognizing that we are not on earth to see how important we can become, but to see how much difference we can make in the lives of others

Let us never forget to pray. God lives. He is near. He is real. He is not only aware of us but cares for us. He is our Father. He is accessible to all who will seek Him.

You can be smart and happy or stupid and miserable. . . it's your choice

Go forward in life with a twinkle in your eye and a smile on your face, but with great purpose in heart.

Whatever you do, do well. Be good at it. Stand a little taller. Be a little stronger. Be a little better.

The major work of the world is not done by geniuses. It is done by ordinary people, with balance in their lives, who have learned to work in an extraordinary manner.

Gratitude is the beginning of wisdom. Stated differently, true wisdom cannot be obtained unless it is built on a foundation of true humility and gratitude.

Somehow forgiveness, with love and tolerance, accomplishes miracles that can happen in no other way.

Do ye hear the children weeping O my brothers?

Western civilization, unfortunately, does not link knowledge and morality but rather, it connects knowledge and power and makes them equivalent.

I'm very passionate about charity... Performing is my passion. But it's not gonna change the world. That's why I give back.

My father has always written with Mont Blanc pens. It's very chic and elegant and classic.

If you feel weak, limited, ordinary, you are the best material through which God can work.

Did you ever get the feeling that the story's too damn real?

In her (nature's) inventions nothing is lacking and nothing is superfluous.

Anything we put on screen has gone through massive changes. That's always part of the process.

For preserving peace of soul, it is also necessary to avoid judging others.

I never stop thinking about what I have to do. Let's put it that way. The only thing that takes me out of that is probably a film. I watch a lot of movies.