“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.” ~ Maya Angelou  …

“When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannot hurt you.” ~African Proverb   I am grateful for: Kind inspiring words from an old friend

“Never miss an opportunity to make others happy, even if you have to leave them alone in order to do it.”   I am grateful for: Early morning time

“The heart of human excellence often begins to beat when you discover a pursuit that absorbs you, frees you, challenges you, or gives you a sense of meaning, joy, or…

“Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.” ~Marcus Tullius Cicero I am grateful for: Joan Fagas, my secretary and friend for more years…

“Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure…” ~ Marianne Williamson   I am grateful for: The impact of…

“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do, it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t.” ~ Rikki Rogers Thanks ~ Kate Pritchard I am grateful for:…

“Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence…” ~ Calvin Coolidge    (Paraphrased)   i am grateful for: Time with great friends  

“The only difference between an extraordinary life and an ordinary one is the extraordinary pleasures you find in ordinary things” ~ Veronique Vienne I am grateful for: Another new opportunity…

“True forgiveness is when you can say, ‘Thank you for that experience’.” ~ Oprah Winfrey I am grateful for: Celebrating a special evening with a great bunch of guys