Quotes October 12, 2023

We shall unite. We have learned the meaning of Unity.
It can be done!
Cesar Chavez,
labor leader, civil rights activist
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15
 
 
 
 
If you’re gonna be somebody, you need to be a leader not a follower … be strong-minded.
Selena Quintanilla,
singer-songwriter, businessperson, actor, fashion designer
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15
 
 
 
 
There is no end to what can be said about the world.
Don’t plan it all. Let life surprise you a little.
Julia Alvarez,
writer
National Hispanic Heritage Month is Sept. 15 to Oct. 15
 
 
 
 
I dreamed of being a great football player as far back as I can remember. I decided to take one step at a time and wouldn’t settle for less.
My goal is to be recognized as the best. … When they say ‘middle linebacker’ I want them to mean Butkus.
Dick Butkus,
professional American football player, actor
1942-2023
 
 
 
 
I live in fear of being a contented passenger. I’d rather get parts I can’t play.
Michael Gambon,
actor
1940-2023
 
 
 
 
Architects should be reaching out in every way possible to the general public.
Can you name five female architects?
Beverly Willis,
architect
1928-2023
 
 
 
 
Every day we are given chances to be a little wiser than before.
Sonia Choquette – Spiritual Teacher
 
 
 
 
The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind.
William James – 1842-1910 – American Philosopher
 
 
 
 
The habit of giving only enhances the desire to give.
Walt Whitman – 1819-1892 – Poet-Essayist
 
 
 
 
A person who feels appreciated will always do more than what is expected.
Amy Rees Anderson – Author