One accurate measurement is worth a thousand expert opinions.

Find out how much God has given you and from it take what you need; the remainder is needed by others.

Saint Augustine of Hippo

Tomorrow do thy worst, I have lived today.

John Dryden

Every spoken word arouses our self-will.

Johann von Goethe

There are many forms of magic in this world, High Lord. Some come in large packages, some in small. Some work with fire and strength of body and heard ... and some work with revelation.

Terry Brooks

I've always been asked, 'What is my favorite car?' and I've always said 'The next one.'

Caroll Shelby

What influenced me was Tori Amos, who was unapologetic about expressing anger through music, and Sinead O'Connor. Those two in particular were really moving for me, and very inspiring, before I wrote 'Jagged Little Pill.'

Alanis Morissette

I grew up with classical music when I was a ballet dancer. Now when I have to prepare an emotional scene, to cry or whatever, I listen to sonatas. Vivaldi and stuff. It's just beautiful to me.

Diane Kruger

Swimming is normal for me. I'm relaxed. I'm comfortable, and I know my surroundings. It's my home.

Michael Phelps

There was no question about it- the girl in the photograph was staggeringly beautiful. She was Miss Canal Zone, a runner-up in the Miss Universe Contest -- and in fact far more beautiful than the winner of the contests. Her beauty had frightened the judges.

Kurt Vonnegut

I've performed solo for 20 years now, but I don't do much of it, because if you only play alone, you go crazy and out of tune and play foolish music.

Steve Lacy

When he first ran for office, he appealed to the voters: I never stole anything in my life. All I ask is a chance.

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All provisions of federal, state or local law requiring or permitting discrimination in public education must yield.

Earl Warren