"Among them, there were Muslims, Christians, and Jews living together. But then violent organizations came, bringing with them many large groups of people from various parts of the world to Palestine."

“We sit in the mud... and reach for the stars.”

“But when the Holy Spirit controls our lives, he will produce this kind of fruit in us: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Galatians 5:22”

“A man can't retire his experience.”

“To me, feminism in literature deals with the female characters being in some way central to the thematic concerns of the book, or that they are agents of change to some degree. In other words, the lens is focused deeply and intensely on the female characters and doesn't waver, which allows for a glimpse into the rich inner lives of the characters.”

Source : Source: therumpus.net

“You don't have to learn to be wise. If you just flow you can be successful. Mother Nature will carry you.”

“Children should always feel like the adults are living in this world to nurture them, to take care of them, to protect them from any bad thing that might come.”

Source : "The Tavis Smiley show", www.pbs.org. September 26, 2011.

“It is important that voters be as informed as possible when they enter the polls May 9 to determine who has the experience, integrity and vision to lead Nebraska to excellence.”

“Take every opportunity that comes your way and most importantly have fun with it.”