Melanie Charlton:  

made in God's image, that had nothing to do w/ physical attributes and everything to do w/ spiritual potential. Me It is vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray. --Aesop "Authentic power wells up from within, and it seldom appears full-blown early in life. Rather, it is an outcome of our ability to integrate our experiences in such a way that even adversity is ultimately incorporated into the process of growth. Authentic power is gained through vigorous participation in life, coupled with an openness to new experiences, emotional sure-footedness, strong ties to other people, the ability to find interest and pleasure in whatever we encounter and, most of all, the ability to construct meaning in our lives." Edith Person "Hookers for Obama" Sarah Marts "The more boys I meet, the more I love my dog..." Laura Young That's when Christianity is really applied...when it's personal and brings grace to those ostracized by dogma. Jim Huffman There is a text in the Old Testament prophet Isaiah that says "In quietness and in trust shall be your strength." I love the idea that life and the world is bigger than I am, and I don't need to expend all kinds of energy obsessively trying to make everything happen in my life by my own efforts. But I can find strength by quietly trusting in One who is more powerful than I am, and who is even at work when we are silent and at rest. Adam McHugh".