Inner beauty lasts longer than the more obvious seductions, so throw away the miniskirt and thigh-length boots.

Small children can be startled by the most mundane of noises. A car door from a distance can sound like the sky falling down when heard for the very first time.

Life often presents you with difficult choices. But who made up the rules? Why choose at all?

Treat each other with respect, even if other people can only look at the colour of your eyes.

Stay alert at all times, alert to any opportunity for rest.