"There are few things worse than mistaking an enemy for a friend."

“Africa does not have an uncle abroad who will come to bail it out of its political and economic woes. It is important that African countries wake up and pool whatever resources they have and jointly deal elements pulling our continent down a death blow.”

Source : "Unity will end crises, Membe tells Africa" by Austin Beyadi, The Guardian, March 28, 2008.

“Again I resume the long lesson: how small a thing can be pleasing, how little in this hard world it takes to satisfy the mind and bring it to its rest.”

“Re-examining our reasoning is not something that has come naturally to American statesmen.”

“Dreaming is a journey through wonder, surprise, and freedom.”

Source : Anthony Lawlor (1997). “A Home for the Soul: A Guide for Dwelling with Spirit and Imagination”, Clarkson Potter Publishers

“I don't consider lacrosse a sport. To me that's just a frat activity that got out of hand.”

“If you feel like getting a divorce, you are no exception to the general rule.”

“I was used to hanging out late after playing a gig - you mix adrenaline with alcohol and you can stay up all night.”

Source : Source: pitchfork.com

“Mental toughness is many things and rather difficult to explain. Its qualities are sacrifice and self-denial. Also, most importantly, it is combined with a perfectly disciplined will that refuses to give in. It's a state of mind-you could call it character in action.”