Friendships begin with liking or gratitude-roots that can be pulled up.

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

Of all human foibles love of living is the most powerful.

Talkingcomes by nature, silence by wisdom.

Nosnowflake in an avalanche ever feels responsible.

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

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

Make the best use of what is in your power, and take therest as it happens.

What matter is not to add years to your life but to add life to your years.

Lower your voice and strengthen your argument.

Thereare no secrets. There is no mystery. There is only common sense.

Melancholy is the joy of being said.