My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive;... - Maya Angelou

"I am overwhelmed by the grace and persistence of my people."

"When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed."

"My great hope is to laugh as much as I cry; to get my work done and try to love somebody and have the courage to accept the love in return."

"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty."

"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."