"When a man makes up his mind to become a rascal, he should examine himself closely and see if he isn't better constructed for a fool."

“Your destiny is in your hands. Creating the life you want is only, and always, up to you.”

“So that's my philosophy: If you believe in yourself, the chances and the opportunities will come around.”

“Playing in the rain is worth catching cold.”

Source : Song: Sooner or Later, Album: I Am, 2007

“The riveting moral power of the Arab Spring comes from its homegrown quality. This is about Arabs overcoming fear to become agents of their own transformation and liberation.”

“It is a mistake to expect all of our needs to be met by one person or in one relationship. Honor and be grateful for that which you receive. Don't become bitter and spend all your time focusing on that which the person is not able to provide.”

Source : Brenda Shoshanna (2003). “Zen and the Art of Falling in Love”, p.120, Simon and Schuster

“My parents explained: "You can either have a big Christmas and birthday present or we'll go abroad." We'd say: "Let's go abroad!" We had a lovely childhood.”

“Comic strips are like a public utility. They're supposed to be there 365 days a year, and you're supposed to be able to hit the mark day after day.”

Source : "Trudeau Reflects On Four Decades Of 'Doonesbury'". Interview with Renee Montagne, www.npr.org. October 26, 2010.

“And if I can can, you can can.”