Tomorrow is an illusion suggesting that another chance always exists. It is a dangerously false illusion.

It’s too bad we’re not all teddy bears. More stuffing would only make us cuter and cuddlier.

You can’t argue with insanity. You can stare at it, gaping and incredulous, but arguing with it is futile.

Dress yourself in the silks of benevolence because kindness makes you beautiful.

Oh, mightiest wind,wilt thou cease thy breathing inand hold thy exhales?

The interruption did nothing but earn her a similar slap, as I’m sure she knew it would. Sometimes I wondered if my mother spoke up at the wrong time on purpose. As often as we...

Conundrum: A fun word to repeat over and over again when no one’s listening; actual meaning is as puzzling as the need to chant the word.

Marriage is a million piece puzzle; a pristine and exciting pursuit at the beginning that gradually becomes a daunting task, usually more challenging than anticipated. It is only those truly committed to solving that puzzle...

Don’t simply exist in this world, but grasp life’s potential by the jacket. Dare it to be all it can. Make life historical—a gripping account of accomplishment. Make life a mystery—a challenging, bold adventure. Make...

I’m not asking you to walk in my shoes; I’d never wish my afflictions on anyone. But could you walk beside me on secure ground and reach to hold my hand?

Dreams aren’t finish lines to be reached at the close of a race. They don’t suddenly materialize, fulfilled, where the road ends. The entire journey is included in the dream―all of it from beginning to...

Some say freedom is a gift placed in our hands by our forefathers.Some say freedom is a human right that none should be denied.Some say freedom is a privilege that can and will be seized...

Even the smallest tender mercy can bring peace when recognized and appreciated.

It is the image of physical brawn, sheer force, and commanding volume we so often associate with might. But I have found the might of an army exists in the faith of a child and...

We forget that the sweetest joys are found in the simplest acts: hugs, laughter, quiet observation, basic movements, holding hands, pleasant music, shared stories, a listening ear, an unhurried visit, and selfless service. It is...

Rain is a lullaby heard through a thick, isolating blanket of clouds. It is the tinkling harp of water droplets; a moist breath whistling through willow reeds; a pattering beat background to the mourner’s melody....

It’s a sweet thing to sit quietly in the early-morning darkness and talk to God for a while. It’s amazing what you gain from the conversation.

Forgiveness is a revolving door positioned in your path. You must step through it to move on, but it takes both timing and choice to escape walking circles inside.

Knowing the path to follow doesn’t make it a breeze to step along. If every desire were only a skip, hop, and a jump away, we’d all have arrived.

If only this great concern we have for our own sensitive feelings expanded to encompass the feelings of our fellow men.

When kindhearted people smile, demons shrink and turn away as if tormented by the gesture. But when those beautiful smiles are made to fade, every awful creature in the world stands surer. So do yourself...

Every exceptional writer holds a Master of Arts in Daydreaming.

Temptations don’t appear nearly as harmful as the roads they lead you down.

You think I read your thoughts, but it’s your eyes that speak to me. When they glisten with moisture, I see a depth of emotion stirring behind them. One tearful glance begs me for a...

I went to bed without reading, instead staring out my window with the curtains drawn, wondering about boys. Why did they behave so oddly? One minute their teasing was relentless, and then bam! — they’d...

A first impression works like a magic mirror; it reflects what intrigues us rather than echoing a truthful picture. A first impression is the creating of an imagined character, born from personal desires, perceptions, and...

Who cares who’s right or wrong when the last word is a kind apology?

Achievers are those who have redefined impossible, changing what can’t be done into a work in progress.

You may think you’ve hit rock bottom in your life but guess what—there’s more crud underneath those rocks.

Suck it up! A foolish grumble of advice. Why would I want to suck it up? Why draw it in to let it fester and rot internally until it cankers my insides? I dare offer...

Kiss a frog with your eyes wide open. If he turns into a prince you won’t miss the transformation, but if he doesn’t, you won’t be fooled by some wishful illusion in your head.

He scares everyone. That’s why you want to keep him as an ally, and not make him an enemy.

Love grows and wanes, but honor, duty, and commitment, those things are constant and stable. They define who you are.

Twinkle tiny star.Oh, how great you truly are!God’s sign from afar.

Life is a walk through the forest. Don’t fear the trees; fear what lurks behind them.

Time machines, magic portals, transporters, worm holes, flying carpets, relocation charms—such things do exist. They’re called books.

Small steps may appear unimpressive, but don’t be deceived. They are the means by which perspectives are subtly altered, mountains are gradually scaled, and lives are drastically changed.

Doing nothing accomplishes nothing, gains nothing, changes nothing, and wins nothing. You have to make a move.

Love is an afternoon of fishing when I’d sooner be at the ballet. Love is eating burnt toast and lumpy graving with a big smile. Love is hearing the words, ‘You’re beautiful,’ as I fail...

Wanting help, I reached out to serve. Seeking happiness, I smiled and offered comfort. Yearning for love, I showed love. And now I understand. My life was never about me, it was always about you.

Life isn’t a lazy cruise on some endless, calm, and temperate sea. Life is a raging ocean with swells and tidal waves that wreck and sink your boat. Life is a series of storms―overcast skies,...

Kindness is a magical spell—performed by enlightened beings—meant to enchant hearts and lift weary souls that they might fly.

Every brush stroke on the canvas, every dab of color introduced, the fine textures impressed in the paint—this accumulation of many small acts combines to shape a final work of art. And so it is...

Just because a person successfully steers a voyage through hell doesn’t mean he ever wants to sail that route again.

To love her was to taste sweet surrender. For had she not entered his life, he would have sought the wonders of both Heaven and Earth. But she surpassed them all and, by her pleasing...

For whatever reason, there are people we like and people we don’t like. It’s hard to say why, and often a difficult opinion to change. Luckily, there’s no steadfast rule stating that we must like...

You cannot appreciate what you have never experienced. Sadly, full appreciation tends to come only after the experience is past.

My world burns severe.Pockets of sweltering air attack every inch of me exposed, heated by fire spewed forth from the lungs of dragons. For defense I raise a glowing sword that shines by virtue of...

I can’t force your lips to smile, but I can show them how easily mine do.

Smile wide to receive many smiles in return. But if you want a good laugh, smirk like a wicked, little imp and watch the range of expressions you’re flashed.