I find, in being black, a thing of beauty: a joy; a strength; a secret cup of gladness.

I was glad to hear that you were to be confirmed.

I wish we had been more organized and determined with respect to carving out the time that we needed to write,

He was like one of those messenger boys for God ... doing what he could, where he could and hoping that he got it right.

I couldn't think of a better way to pay tribute to him, ... I can't imagine his spirit being any happier than to receive this kind of honor.

I cannot put into words how happy I was to have had the opportunity to be around him as much as I was. He had a great sense of humor, and through his humor, one could find his wisdom.