"The fact that I can plant a seed and it becomes a flower, share a bit of knowledge and it becomes another's, smile at someone and receive a smile in return, are to me continual spiritual exercises."

"Death is a challenge. It tells us not to waste time... It tells us to tell each other right now that we love each other."

"What we call the secret of happiness is no more a secret than our willingness to choose life."

"Love is always bestowed as a gift - freely, willingly and without expectation. We don't love to be loved we love to love."

"All change is bad. But sometimes it has to be done."

"Strength does not come from winning, but from knowing that every challenge is an invitation to grow stronger."

"If only I may grow: firmer, simpler, quieter, warmer."

"You may not be able to change a situation, but with humor you can change your attitude about it."