Higher Ground 2011 Quotes & Sayings

History shows that great economic and social forces flow like a tide over communities only half conscious of that which is befalling them. Wise statesmen foresee what time is thus bringing, and try to shape institutions and mold men's thoughts and purposes in accordance with the change that is silently coming on. The unwise are those who bring nothing constructive to the process, and who greatly imperil the future of mankind by leaving great questions to be fought out between ignorant change on one hand and ignorant opposition to change on the other. — John Stuart Mill

I squinted against the light pouring into the room. I couldn't sleep all night, knowing when the sun came up, it would be all over. Abby stirred, and my teeth clenched. The few hours we spent together wasn't enough. I wasn't ready for it to be over. — Jamie McGuire

Way over on the railroad, Tomorrow all the tipping trucks will unload together, Every scrapbook stuck with glue, And I'll stand beside you, Beside you, child. — Van Morrison

Several hours later, I woke up on the cold stone floor of the cave, and suddenly realized how hungry I was. Apparently, failing to eat for three thousand years could have this effect. Luckily, — Robert Blanchard

The burning flame is the fierce fire. — Lailah Gifty Akita

If she smells good she is your perfect date — Bazil Taha Ahmed