Inspirational thoughts

“Self-praise is for losers. Be a winner. Stand for something. Always have class, and be humble.”

—John Madden, Head Coach, Oakland Raiders (1969-78)

“The gem cannot be polished without friction, nor man perfected without trials.” — Chinese Proverb

“It is the nature of man to rise to greatness if greatness is expected of him.” 
— John Steinbeck

Never forget that Jesus, Mary, all the angels and saints are cheering for you in the stands…eternity is just around the corner, so do your best each day for Jesus!!

“One life is all we have and we live it as we believe in living it. But to sacrifice what you are and to live without belief, that is a fate more terrible than dying.” St. Joan of Arc
St. Joan was burned at the stake for her Faith and conviction…she truly walked the walk and she is now in heaven.  

“Now my troubles are going to have troubles with me.” Dr. Seuss

“Step with care and great tact, and remember that life’s a great balancing act.” Dr. Seuss

“The friend of my adversity I shall always cherish most. I can better trust those who helped to relieve the gloom of my dark hours than those who are so ready to enjoy with me the sunshine of my prosperity.”
– Ulysses S. Grant

“A happy life consists not in the absence, but in the mastery of hardships.” – Helen Keller

“The supreme happiness of life consists in the conviction that one is loved; loved for one’s own sake – let us say rather, loved in spite of one’s self.” – Victor Hugo

“If life were predictable it would cease to be life, and be without flavor.” –Eleanor Roosevelt