Sometimes we push ourselves. We take a workout and we use it as a way to crack open our shell, let the pain rush in and push out the stagnant wounds of the heart. Sometimes a workout sets you free.

Fear is gradually replaced by excitement and a simple desire to see what you can do on the day.

Anyone can train hard. Do you have the discipline to recover?

When you're a dreamer, heart break and failure come with the territory, but I can tell you it's worth it, because it's a way of living that is both moving and memorable.

When you recognize that failing doesn't make you a failure, you give yourself permission to try all sorts of things.

I may not be the lithest, the most talented, or have the fastest time in the field, but I have passion and courage, and sometimes that is enough to do something extraordinary.

Make your race a playground, not a proving ground.

Running is not who I am; it's something I do; it's something I love.

Perfect preparation doesn’t exist. Excellent adaptation does.

By lifting each other up we lift ourselves up

I decided to make the life I want, and put energy into what moves me, and not rely on anyone for approval of my choices.

The Pledge of Allegiance says 'liberty and justice for all'. Which part of 'all' don't you understand?

I have earned the money and changed the nappies!

What if someone gave a war & Nobody came? / Life would ring the bells of Ecstasy and Forever be Itself again.

Honestly, I grew up with Disney.

Honesty means nothing until you are tested under circumstances where you are sure you could get away with dishonesty.

They say music can alter moods and talk to you.

I will give no deadly medicine to any one if asked, nor suggest any such counsel; and in like manner I will not give to a woman a pessary to produce abortion.

Work hard, be patient, and be a sponge while learning your business. Learn how to take criticism. Follow your gut instincts and don't compromise.

God does not always heal us instantly the way we think. He is not a jack-in-the-box God. But God is walking with me through this.

There are two things I don't care how smart you are, you will never understand. One is an alienist's testimony, and the other is a railroad timetable.