Our burden in going forward is tremendous. But our opportunity is glorious.

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.

Don't make it new

Irony alone is damning.The flesh will be bland and you will believe you are forever reading the same book.

In 1956 I was granted the biggest reward of my career: my wife, Josée Jongen.

The higher state to which [America] seeks the allegiance of all mankind is not of human, but of divine origin. She cherishes no purpose save to merit the favor of Almighty God.

Silences can be as different as sounds.

We are not just studying human history, we are shaping it.

There was no harm in taking aim, even if the target was a dream.

He looked up at me with angelic eyes. "Doing what?" "You know what. You're luring me in. You know I can't resist-

I like to figure things out and solve problems.

Once in a while, people enter our lives and lessen the loneliness of being away from Home.