“Sometimes creativity hits us in the form of a pretty pink and used sneakers.” – Deborah E

“I’m the lady next door when I’m not on stage.” – Aretha FranklinNPR.orgAllMusic.com

“The man who moves a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” – ConfuciusBiography.comInternet Encyclopedia of Philosophy

“Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.” – Newt Gingrich

“Being a singer is a natural gift. It means I’m using to the highest degree possible the gift that God gave me to use. I’m happy with that.” – Aretha Franklin

“Sometimes all it takes is to look to the sun shining.” – Deborah E

“People grow through experience if they meet life honestly and courageously. This is how character is built.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” – H. Jackson Brown, Jr.