"It is not so much for its beauty that the forest makes a claim upon men's hearts, as for that subtle something, that quality of air that emanation from old trees, that so wonderfully changes and renews a weary spirit."

"The mark of a good action is that it appears inevitable in retrospect."

"Books are good enough in their own way, but they are a poor substitute for life."

"Life is not a matter of holding good cards, but of playing a poor hand well."

"This time, like all times, is a very good one, if we but know what to do with it."

"I never expected to get the Tom Jones treatment and it amazes me that I do. Strangely it's women who throw their underwear at me when I'm performing live. My male fans tend to be quite shy. My female fans are wild. I never know what to do with all the lingerie that lands at my feet. Maybe I should open a shop."

"Three grand essentials to happiness in this life are something to do, something to love, and something to hope for."

"Goals provide the energy source that powers our lives. One of the best ways we can get the most from the energy we have is to focus it. That is what goals can do for us concentrate our energy."