Theonly difference between stumbling blocks and stepping stones is the way inwhich we use them.

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

As contagion of sickness makes sickness, contagion oftrust can make trust.

Let not thy will roar, when the power can but whisper.

Thereis nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries thanan agreement.

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,

The hand of liberality is stronger than the arm of power.

The prevalent fear of poverty among the educated classes is the worst moral disease from which our civilization suffers.

The summit of happiness is reached when a person is ready to be what he is.

Speakwhen you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.

We cannot all be great but we can always attach ourselves to something that is great.

Some people suffer in silence louder than others