“Gratitude is like finding a crystal-clear fountain at the end of a desert trek. It refreshes the giver and the receiver alike.” — Brenda Almand Parsons

“Manage by objectives. Tell people exactly what you want them to do and then get out of their way.” — Brian Tracy”

Leaders, whether in the family, in business, in govern- ment, or in education, must not allow themselves to mistake intentions for accomplishments.” — Jim Rohn

“Those who think it is permissible to tell ‘white lies’ soon grow color-blind.” — Awson O’Malley Cited in Bits & Pieces

“The only thing that separates any one of us from excellence is fear, and the opposite of fear is faith. I am careful not to confuse excellence with perfection. Excellence I can reach for, perfection is God’s business.” — Michael J. Fox (Cited on DailyInbox.com)

“It is not easy to straighten the crook in the oak that grew in the sapling.” — Unknown

“The best parachute folders are those who jump themselves.” — Cited in Even More of…The Best of Bits & Pieces

“As we are liberated from our own fear, our presence automatically liberates others.” — Nelson Mandela