"The richness of existence is found in simple harmonies, not superfluous splendors. A lesson woven into the fabric of human history — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Wisdom principle 71 tells us that the journey of life is lesson 28."

"Ethics is not a doctrine written in marble, but a daily standard lived in conscience. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"The foundation of joy is the true master is an eternal student."

"People are pretty forgiving when it comes to other people's families. The only family that ever horrifies you is your own."

"Fame is indeed beautiful and benign and gentle and satisfying, but happiness is something at once tender and brilliant beyond all things."

"Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead."

"Next month, I will celebrate my 30th anniversary of marriage with my beautiful bride, Vicki. Our marriage has been a blessing. I have gained even more respect for the institution over the past 3 decades and will defend it against attack."