“ MATTHEW'S RULES OF SURVIVAL1. Sometimes, the people who mean you harm are the ones who say they love you.2. Fear is your friend. When you feel it, act.3. Protect the little ones.4. If you coped before, you can cope now.5. Always remember: In the end, the survivor gets to tell the story.”

“Sometimes the people who mean you harm, are the ones that say they love you.”

“1. Do what you say you're gonna do 2. Show up! 3. Give genuine praise whenever you can 4. Never say sorry when you don't mean it 5. Never use sarcasm in email (and use the corny ass emoticons)”

“Forget Not: 1)to be patient with yourself. 2) the difference between good and foolish sacrifices. 3) to be happy NOW. 4) the 'why' of the gospel. 5) the Lord loves you.”

“Sometimes life is very mean: a person can spend days, weeks, months and years without feeling new. Then, when a door opens - a positive avalanche pours in. One moment, you have nothing, the next, you have more than you can cope with.”

“Cassie's Rules for a Happy Life:#1 - Don't Lie#2 - Don't Cheat#3 - Don't Make Promises You Can't Keep#4 - Don't Say Things You Don't Mean”