In my writing, as much as I could, I tried to find the good, and praise it. - Alex Haley

Find the good, and praise it.

Find the good — and praise it.

Find the good and praise it.

Sleepless late that night, his mind still tumbling with conflicts, he recalled something Omoro had said once when Kunta had refused to let go of a choice mango after Lamin begged for a bite: “When you clench your fist, no one can put anything in your hand, nor can your hand pick up anything.

Have family reunions. There is something magic about the common sense of a blood bond. It's not less magic for black, white, brown or polka dot. The reunion gives a sense that the family cares about itself and is proud of itself. And there is the assumption that you, the family member, are obligated to reflect this pride and, if possible, add to it.

I read aimlessly, until I learned to read selectively, with a purpose. - Malcom X