In honor of Nelson Mandela

Nelson Mandela, one of my heroes, remains in critical condition in South Africa. His life has been an example of love, courage, morality, and optimism.

"I am fundamentally an optimist. Whether that comes from nature or nurture, I cannot say. Part of being optimistic is keeping one's head pointed toward the sun, one's feet moving forward. There were many dark moments when my faith in humanity was sorely tested, but I would not and could not give myself up to despair. That way lays defeat and death." -Nelson Mandela