This person: Was born in 1809. Failed in business in 1831. Lost election for state legislature in 1832. Failed again in business in 1834. Suffered through his sweetheart dying in 1835. Had a Nervous breakdown in 1836. Lost second political … Continue reading →
“Success is sometimes the outcome of a whole string of failures.” – Vincent Van Gogh
Continue reading →A lady lost her handbag in the bustle of Christmas shopping. It was found by an honest little boy and returned to her. Looking in her purse, she commented, “Hmmm – That’s funny. When I lost my bag there was … Continue reading →
“Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks. Then the doing of your work shall be no miracle, but you shall be the miracle.” – Phillips Brooks
Continue reading →“The style and tone of your communications are messages in and of themselves.” – Eric Harvey
Continue reading →“If we don’t change, we don’t grow. If we don’t grow, we aren’t really living. Growth demands a temporary surrender of security.” – Gail Sheehy
Continue reading →“Make the most of every sense; glory in all of the pleasures and beauty which the world reveals to you.” – Helen Keller
Continue reading →“Tomorrow morning,” the surgeon began, “I’ll open up your heart.” “You’ll find Jesus there,” the boy interrupted. The surgeon looked up, annoyed. “I’ll cut your heart open,” he continued, “to see how much damage has been done.” “But when you … Continue reading →
“You teach more with your life than with your lips.”
Continue reading →“Quality is never an accident. It is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction, and skillful execution. It represents the wise choice of many alternatives.” – Will Foster
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