When people prophesy, they generally makes the mistake of transforming the past to future.

Without trust, words become the hollow sound of a woodengong. With trust, words become life itself.

Beautifullight is born of darkness, so the faith that springs from conflict is oftenthe strongest and the best.

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,

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

It'swhen you're safe at home that you wish you were having an adventure. When you'rehaving an adventure you wish you were safe at home.

Thereare two sides to every question.

Listeningwell is as powerful a means of communication and influence as to talk well.

A happy family is but an earlier heaven.

Byblending the breath of the sun and the shade, true harmony comes into theworld.

I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

Thedifficult part in an argument is not to defend one's opinion, but rather toknow it.