“It is love, not reason, that is stronger than death.” — Thomas Mann

In the words of that old Australian saying, “Rooster today, feather duster tomorrow.” — Unknown

“If the going is easy, beware! You may be going downhill.” — Greg Taunt

“Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use.” — Ruth Gordon, Actress

It is the rare person who is willing to accept his or her share of responsibility for the way things are. G. K. Chesterton was famous for answering the timeless question, “What is wrong with the world?” with this reply, “I am.”

“I have known people who seem to resent every setback they have, as if life is purposely picking on them. They never stop to think they have brought most or all of their problems on themselves.” — Doug Hooper