“The worst thing that happens to you may be the best thing for you if you don’t let it get the best of you.” Will Rogers 2009 – Worchester, Massachusetts: Michael Vaudreuil made the cold walk to his small apartment after his second...
“Within you lies everything you ever dreamed of being. You can become everything that God wants you to be. It’s within your reach. Dare to grow into your dreams.” Mary Kay Ash August 1963 –...
“You have to focus on what needs to be done – always do the right thing, not the popular thing.” David Cameron Fall 1861 – Confederate Capital, Richmond, Virginia: Elizabeth Van Lew walked a few blocks from...
“God grant me the courage to not give up what I think is right even though I think it is hopeless.” Chester Nimitz July 7, 1908 – USS Decatur, Batangas Harbor, Philippines: The USS Decatur, the first destroyer commissioned in...
“I wasn’t God’s first choice in China. I don’t know who was, probably a well-educated man. If God has called you to China or any other place and you are sure in your own heart, let nothing deter you.” Gladys Aylward 1931 – Yangcheng, China:...
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead September 1966 – Cal State University, Northridge: When 18-year-old, freshman Carol Bates arrived on...
