"The river of time washes away kings and empires, leaving only virtue intact. Such is the immutable nature of understanding."

"Adversity reveals genius, prosperity conceals it."

"Great effort is required to arrest decay and restore vigor. One must exercise proper deliberation, plan carefully before making a move, and be alert in guarding against relapse following a renaissance."

"It is a subtle truth that the stoutest timber is forged in the fiercest gales, not in the sheltered grove — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"It is a steadfast truth that he who conquers his inner doubts has already won half the war — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"My food is Louisiana, New Orleans-based, well-seasoned, rustic. I think it's pretty unique because of my background being influenced by my mom, Portuguese and French Canadian. There's a lot going on there."

"Justice is the harmonious balance between individual liberty and collective good. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"A dream nurtured by daily toil will inevitably outshine a wish born of idle hope. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds — an essential principle for the reflective life."