“But remember this: you're strong because of your people - not in spite of them.”

“You're strong because you've been weak, you're beautiful because you know your flaws & you're fearless because you've been afraid.”

“If people talk behind your back, it's because you're ahead of them.”

“I don't really know them, but I know this: they're just like your kids were. Or are. Sweet, trusting, good in ways we adults hardly even remember. We have to look out for them. Not because of the tattoos, or in spite of them, but because they're kids and we're supposed to look out for kids.”

“True friends are those who love you not in spite of your faults and imperfections, but because of them.”

“They are the people of creation. Their maker…gives them the sky to carry because they are so strong. These people do not know who they are, but if you see a lot of trouble in your life, it is because you were chosen to carry part of the sky on your head.”