" The moon does not fight. It attacks no one. It does not worry. It does not try to crush others. It keeps to its course, but by its very nature, it gently influences. What other body could pull an entire ocean from shore to shore? The moon is faithful to its nature and its power is never diminished. "

— Deng Ming-Dao

" No distance of place or lapse of time can lessen the friendship of those who are thoroughly persuaded of each other’s worth. "

— Robert Southey

" Flowers always make people better, happier, and more helpful; they are sunshine, food and medicine for the soul. "

— Luther Burbank

" Whenever you find yourself on the side of the majority, it is time to pause and reflect. "

— Mark Twain

" Sometimes it's better to be silent and smile. "

— Unknown

" The soul would have no rainbow had the eyes no tears. "

— John Vance Cheney