Kitty Forman

"Music makes the world go 'round, especially when it's played at a reasonable volume."

"Faith helps us get through the tough times and the awkward family dinners."

"Leadership means making the hard decisions, like I do every day in this house."

"Work ethic is what separates the winners from the lazy bums."

"Dreams are wonderful, but practical plans are better."

"Humor is the best medicine, right after a good cocktail."

"Beauty fades, but good bone structure is forever."

"Death is a part of life, so we might as well look good getting there."

"Perseverance is key - keep pushing until you get your way."

"Gratitude makes life sweeter, especially in a good wine glass."

"Creativity is about making ordinary things fabulous."

"Justice means the right people being punished for their mistakes."

"Patience is a virtue I'm still working on developing."

"Kindness costs nothing, but a good deed deserves recognition."

"Strength comes from knowing your worth and demanding respect."

"Fear is just weakness leaving the body - or so the strong ones say."

"Power is knowing how to get what you want without making a scene."

"Money doesn't buy happiness, but it buys nice things that make you happy."

"Health is wealth, so take care of yourself, for heaven's sake."

"Adventure is fine as long as you're back for supper."

"Imagination is wonderful, but reality is even better when it's on your terms."

"Technology changes, but good manners never go out of style."

"History teaches us lessons we keep repeating anyway."

"Philosophy is nice, but pragmatism pays the bills."

"Literature broadens the mind, especially the good gossip magazines."

"Politics is too complicated for most people to understand - like my marriage."

"War is terrible, but sometimes necessary to maintain order at home."

"Motivation comes from wanting better for yourself and your family."

"Inspiration strikes when you least expect it, usually while doing chores."

"Relationships require work, compromise, and the ability to hold grudges strategically."