Tears

"Tears are the dew of heaven." 

Renee Hawkley Pecora 
(written in response to the death of my husband, Mike's son, David Pecora on Oct 4, 2017)

Kindness

"When people are happy, they become kind."

Wild Swans by Jung Chang

What Happens In Your House

"Family and friends and faith are what are really matters in life. And I know that. I see it so clearly now. And so, as they climb the ladder of achievement, I'd simply say, remember what Barbara Bush told those girls at Wellesley: 'What happens in your house is more important than what happens in the White House.' And it's true. It's so 100 percent true. And that means we -- each of these achievers -- must find some way, not only stay in touch with family, but to help others who might not be blessed with family. To strengthen the American family."

Fear is a Disguise

Bear put his hand on my shoulder. "Crispin," he said softly, "try to show less worry. The worst disguise is fear." Avi (from the book Crispin)

Meaning

"As for doors, I didn't think the world had so many. These people, I thought, must live their lives by little more than entries and exits." Avi (from the book Crispin)

The Message of Easter

"The message of Easter is that light and life will prevail." Lloyd Newell

Think, Say, Do with Love

"It matters less what you think, say, and do with love and more that you think, say, and do with love."
Renee Hawkley Pecora