We live by encouragement and die without it - slowly, sadly, angrily. - Celeste Helm

Too often the opportunity knocks, but by the time we push back the chain, push back the bolt, unlock the locks and shut off the burglar alarm, it's too late. - Rita Coolidge

Success has a price tag on it, and the tag reads COURAGE, DETERMINATION, DISCIPLINE, RISK TAKING, PERSEVERANCE and CONSISTENCY--doing the RIGHT THINGS for the RIGHT REASONS and not just when we feel like it. - James M. Meston