The practice of silently observing life enables us to understand other people's inner concerns. We become slower to judge and better able to respond openly and thoughtfully.

The abundant life does not come to those who have had a lot of obstacles removed from their path by others. It develops from within and is rooted in strong mental and moral fiber.

-- William Mather Lewis

'Think like a wise man but communicate in the language of the people.'

--- William Butler Yeats

To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity.

-- Donald A. Adams

The important thing is this: to be able at any moment to sacrifice what we are for what we could become.

-- Charles Du Bos

The most important thing I have learned over the years is the difference between taking one's work seriously and taking one's self seriously. The first is imperative, and the second disastrous.

-- Margaret Fontey