in pursuit of *that silver lining*

Life is short and we have never too much time for gladdening the hearts of those who are travelling the dark journey with us. Oh be swift to love, make haste to be kind.” (Amiel, Henri Frederic on Life and Living)

To live we must conquer incessantly, we must have the courage to be happy.” (Amiel, Henri Frederic on Happiness)

It is easy enough to be pleasant, When life flows by like a song. But the man worth while is the one who can smile, when everything goes dead wrong. For the test of the heart is troubled, And it always comes with the years. And the smiles that is worth the praises of earth is the smile that shines through tears.

Be a hydrogen ion, stay positive.

When we long for life without difficulties, remind us that oaks grow strong in contrary winds and diamonds are made under pressure.

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.

No one ever won a chess game by betting on each move. Sometimes you have to move backward to get a step forward.

Forget Perfection, and aim for improvement.

I love the person that can smile in trouble, that can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection.