The secret of happiness is to admire without desiring.

Nearly all the best things that came to me in life have been unexpected, unplanned by me.

I tell you the past is a bucket of ashes, so live not in your yesterdays, no just for tomorrow, but in the here and now. Keep moving and forget the post mortems; and remember, no one can get the jump on the future.

I am an idealist. I don't know where I'm going but I'm on my way.

The moon is a friend for the lonesome to talk to.

Time is the coin of your life. It is the only coin you have, and only you can determine how it will be spent. Be careful lest you let other people spend it for you.

Unless commitment is made, there are only promises and hopes... but no plans.

Quiet the mind and the soul will speak.

If you try to please everyone, you will please no one. It is impossible to lead your life for others’ happiness.

Nearly every glamorous, wealthy, successful career woman you might envy now started out as some kind of schlep.

The only limit to the height of your achievements is the reach of your dreams and your willingness to work hard for them.

Think before you speak. Read before you think.

The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.

Live as if you were to die tomorrow. Learn as if you were to live forever.

The strength of a nation derives from the integrity of the home.