Quotes of members

“On one’s path through life, it shall be nearly impossible to find and acquire complete virtue. Aristotle listed his twelve virtues and other philosophers have noted even more personality traits to describe the virtuous. But one, morality jumps off the page which within itself is defined distinctively different between various religious, social value systems and nationalities. Morality is defined by our conscience, not the dictionary.”

“No one has gone through life without acquiring scars and bruises. Some wounds are hidden inside us and only we can feel. They are badges of our day-to-day struggle to learn and survive.”

“You do not have to tear down the old or what currently exists to create change. Not everyone may be interested in the change you are contemplating. My grandmother would have never given up her manual can opener.”

“As an administrator, once an applicant met the minimum requirements, such as, education and experience; the attributes I sought the most included determination, persistence, and the unwavering pursuit to succeed. However, those personality traits were difficult to assess without a complex selection process.”

“Life is a test, make sure you study for it.”

“If you think it cannot be done, please do not interfere or interrupt the rest of us trying to do it.”

“If you ask for advice, listen, instead of interrupting and debating why it’s wrong.”

“He who wears the emotional and physical scars of life should do so with honor and integrity.”

“Our words change dependent upon the circumstances and to whom we are engaging. One’s tone is soft addressing a child; professional interacting with a colleague; and deliberative within an atmosphere of debate.”

““Friendship is rooted in the protection of deep dark secrets.””

“If someone makes a mistake and you still want them in your life, then forgive them.”

“When a friend is going through a difficult stormy time in their life, try to be the rainbow that makes them smile.”

“Purpose necessitates one has a vision into their future. Without purpose and vision, your life will resemble a windmill without wind. Devoid of wind, the windmill cannot do its job and has ceased to function.”

“The weak and feeble-minded are drawn to the evil strongman as it provides them a sense of power they could not otherwise achieve.”

“Those who betray an oath of loyalty and commitment are in training to become a master of deceit and deception.”

“Our destiny is solely determined by how we create ourselves. The only exception is when someone is born into wealth.”

“One’s enemies transmit your story in a distorted form; for they are wrought with envy, jealousy, and hatred. Their aim is to reduce your power and the level of presence.”

“People with dirty minds make better lovers.”

“Reaching your destination is more important than the direction and speed at which you travel.”