If you hear a voice within you say “you cannot paint,” then by all means paint and that voice will be silenced.

Some people are always grumbling because roses have thorns; I am thankful that thorns have roses.

Effort and courage are not enough without purpose and direction.

The source of wisdom is pain.

What you do not want done to yourself, do not do to others

Education is the best friend. An educated person is respected everywhere.

Do or do not. There is no try