" A sister smiles when one tells one’s stories – for she knows where the decoration has been added. "

— Chris Montaigne

" Everything negative – pressure, challenges – is all an opportunity for me to rise. "

— Kobe Bryant

" My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person: He believed in me. "

— Jim Valvano

" Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” "

— Thomas A. Edison

" One of the most courageous decisions you’ll ever make is to finally let go of what is hurting your heart and soul. "

— Brigitte Nicole

" Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. "

— Lao Tzu