The value of liberty was thus enhanced in our estimation by the difficulty of its attainment, and the worth of characters appreciated by the trial of adversity.

The special ops guys and the firefighters around the world have this great phrase. They say, 'Slow is smooth, and smooth is fast,' and that is true. Everything I've accomplished in my life has been because of that attitude.

Life is a series of experiences, each one of which makes us bigger, even though sometimes it is hard to realize this. For the world was built to develop character, and we must learn that the setbacks and grieves which we endure help us in our marching onward.

Everything you do in life will be insignificant, but it's very important that you do it anyway.

The only guide to a man's conscience, the only shield to his memory is the rectitude and sincerity of his actions.

No compromise with the main purpose; no peace till victory; no pact with unrepentant wrong.