| "Life beats down and crushes the soul and art reminds you that you have one." |
| - "Many of the great achievements of the world were made by tired and discouraged men who kept on working." |
| “Never look back unless you are planning to go that way” ~Henry David Thoreau |
| “Don't part with your illusions. When they are gone you may still exist, but you have ceased to live.” -Mark Twain |
| - "When the world seems to be spinning out of control, shut your eyes and enjoy the ride." |
| - "Speak your mind, even if your voice shakes." |


