“I was taught that the way of progress was neither swift nor easy.” Marie Curie 1885 – Warsaw, Poland. “Papa, it’s not fair,” cried Marie. “I am smarter than all the boys in my class. I graduated at the top of my class, but there is no need to apply to the University...
“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...
“Trust is accepting what God sends into your life whether you understand it or not.” Tim Keller May 28, 1997 – Des Moines, Iowa: Dr. Katherine Hauser stared at the ultrasound machine. As a reproductive...
“Trying times are no time to quit trying. The secret of success is to start from scratch and keep on scratching.” John Mason May 27, 1936 – Salinas, California: It had been a tough week for John Steinbeck. He tried to be in good humor...
“Young people, especially young women, often ask me for advice. Here it is. Do not undertake a scientific career in quest of fame or money. There are easier and better ways to reach them. Undertake it only if nothing else will satisfy you. ...
“I determined never to stop until I had come to the end and achieved my purpose.” David Livingstone May 24, 1883 – Brooklyn Bridge, New York City: After 14 years, the Brooklyn Bridge, the iconic suspension bridge,...