To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.

Whatever the cost of our libraries, the price is cheap compared to that of an ignorant nation.

So many books, so little time.

Your passion is waiting for your courage to catch up.

When we are open to new possibilities, we find them. Be open and skeptical of everything.

Virtually nothing is impossible in this world if you just put your mind to it and maintain a positive attitude.

I can't change the direction of the wind, but I can adjust my sails to always reach my destination.

We kill all the caterpillars, then complain there are no butterflies.

Success is the sum of small efforts repeated day in and day out.

Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.

Happiness is the only thing that multiplies when you share it.

Hard work keeps the wrinkles out of the mind and spirit.

You do not find the happy life. You make it.

Wherever you go, no matter what the weather, always bring your own sunshine.

That which does not kill us makes us stronger.

You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.

Passion is all but soft, it’s not tender, it’s violence to which you get hooked by pleasure.

The way I see it, if you want the rainbow, you gotta put up wit.

The most wasted of days is one without laughter.

Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you.

If you don't stand for something you will fall for anything.

Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot see a shadow.

It does not do to dwell on dreams and forget to live.

Stay close to anything that makes you glad you are alive.

Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive good things and good people will be drawn to you.