Do without if you need to, but don't do without mother.

If our words are not consistent with our actions, they will never be heard above the thunder of our deeds.

Praying is the most important thing you will do on any day

Criticism is a destroyer of self-worth and esteem.

Impossible mountains are climbed by those who have the self confidence that comes from truly being loved.

You learn to do by doing. You learn to be by being.

Criticism is a destroyer of self-worth and esteem. It is heartbreaking how criticism can wound children and diminish their self-esteem.

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

It may be relatively mild when expressed as criticism, anger, or feelings of severe frustration. Criticism has a negative influence on the feelings of love for and interest in one's spouse.

It's time for you to step up with courage and fight tirelessly to take back all that your fears and doubts have stolen from you.

Reality is overrated to me. Everyone spends enough time on the computer, eating, going out to bars. Why do I need to read a book about that?

Who cares about a kid from the Midwest writing pentameter? It's stupid.

No matter how improbable an assertion is, if it is made with enough assurance it has an affect.

A door that seems to stand open must be of a man's size, or it is not the door that providence means for him.

Our heart is a treasury; if you pour out all its wealth at once, you are bankrupt.

Did you know you can't steer a boat that isn't moving? Just like a life.

A standing army, however necessary it may be at some times, is always dangerous to the liberties of the people. Such power should be watched with a jealous eye.

When a man is part of his canoe, he is part of all that canoes have ever known.

Speaking absolutely, humility excels virginity.