Hard times build determination and inner strength. Through them we can also come to appreciate the uselessness of anger. Instead of getting angry, nuture a deep caring and respect for troublemakers because by creating such trying circumstances, they provide us with invaluable opportunities to practice tolerance and patience.

- His Holiness, the Dalai Lama

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  1. All I can say is WOW!

    Comment by Michelle — January 3, 2009 @ 10:40 am

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