My parents were very active in the Civil Rights Movement. My father was a Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC) worker; my mother was a secretary with the Panthers.

I try to make my mood uplifting and peaceful, then watch the world around me reflect that mood.

I feel at home in a lot of places, but I am truly an African-American.

Happiness is the bomb cosmetic! When I'm smiling, sometimes I'm giving thanks for all the things I have rather than worrying about the things I don't.

It is always a joyful spring when your heart can dance and your soul can sing.

Deep inside of you is a 'Guru' with the wisdom of the entire Universe!

Our pendants glowed in unison and I understood that they represented us – Siren and human intertwined for eternity.

Do not be deceived: bad company corrupts good morals.

The wound never heals until the grudge is completely gone.

For some days, people thought that India was shaking. But there are always tremors when a great tree falls.

Kids really need love from two parents. It doesn't matter if it's a mom and a mom, or a dad and a dad.

American families, families back home in Minnesota, know only too well that out-of-pocket expenses for health care have been rising at an astonishing rate.

I hope I haven't maxed out, because I'm not satisfied. I hope I can be a better ball player, and I hope I'm on my way.

The girl who swears no one has ever made love to her has a right to swear.