As a kid, I grew to define what I didnt want my life to be like by sitting behind moaning women on the bus, hearing them bang on about their aches and pains, both real and imagined. – Julie Burchill
Whenever we have thanked these men and women for what they have done for us, without exception they have expressed gratitude for having the chance to help – because they grew as they served. – Clayton Christensen
Optimism is not inherently a superior way of viewing the world. Certainly doctors will say it might be better for ones physical health to be an optimist. But, morally speaking it may not be appropriate in certain circumstances. – Todd Solondz