Every heart that has beat strongly and cheerfully has left a hopeful impulse behind it in the world, and bettered the tradition of mankind.

Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.

It is only in sorrow bad weather masters us in joy we face the storm and defy it.

What great thing would you attempt if you knew you could not fail?

It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.

Tears of joy are like the summer rain drops pierced by sunbeams.

There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it.

Noble deeds that are concealed are most esteemed.

Love and desire are the spirit's wings to great deeds.

Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold, happiness dwells in the soul.