Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

It doesnot do to leave a Dragon out of your calculations, if you live near him.

I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

Kindwords do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.

Our power is in our ability to decide.

Thespirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

Power corrupts the few, while weakness corrputs the many.

By being pleasant always and smiling, it takes you nearer to God; Nearer than any prayer.

Truthsprings from argument amongst friends.

We donot have to agree; we do need to understand.

He who asks questions cannot avoid the answers.

Effectivecommunication is 20 percent what you know and 80 percent how you feel aboutwhat you know.