Michael Sliney

“Love to be real, it must cost—it must hurt—it must empty us of self.” — Saint Theresa of Calcutta

“Happiness is like a butterfly; the more you chase it, the more it will elude you, but if you turn your attention to other things, it will come and sit softly on your shoulder.” — Henry David Thoreau

“You must not only aim right, but draw the bow with all your might.” ~Henry David Thoreau

“Rarely do we reflect upon what gifts our souls may possess, Who dwells within them, or how extremely precious they are,  Therefore, we do little to preserve their beauty; all our care is concentrated on our bodies, which are but the coarse setting of the diamond, or the outer walls of the castle.”  St. Teresa of Avila