thus with a kiss I die

He who endeavors to serve, to benefit, and improve the world, is like a swimmer, who struggles against a rapid current, in a river lashed into angry waves by the wind. Often they roar over his head, often they beat him back and baffle him. Most men yield to the stress of the current. Only here and there the stout, strong heart and vigorous arms struggle on towards ultimate success.

Albert Pike

The question is what I wanted to do with the new life God has given me. This is the mission I want to take on.

Billy Tauzin

I have always believed that it's important to show a new look periodically. Predictability can lead to failure.

T. Boone Pickens

The goal is to normalize trade relations based on sound science and consumer protection.

Mike Johanns

Practice being at home with yourself, as you step out to be with others.

Marcia Wieder

For most people, we often marvel at the beauty of a sunrise or the magnificence of a full moon, but it is impossible to fathom the magnitude of the universe that surrounds us.

Richard H. Baker

Still waters run deep.

English Proverb

That best portion of a good man's life; His little, nameless, unremembered acts of kindness and of love.

William Wordsworth

I think my real depressions started when I was about 16 and doing The Patty Duke Show. I would go to bed at about 10 o'clock on a Friday night and not get up again until 6:30 Monday morning.

Patty Duke

When you are young and healthy, it never occurs to you that in a single second your whole life could change.

Annette Funicello

The true object of all human life is play. Earth is a task garden heaven is a playground.

Gilbert K. Chesterton

Optimism doesn't wait on facts. It deals with prospects. Pessimism is a waste of time.

Norman Cousins