Jim Davis Quotes (60 Quotes)

The committee originally purchased and developed the Craven County Industrial Park, that sold property to original tenants and facilitated the development of infrastructure and other support.

We had a customer base that had a problem. So that presented a whole new market for us, one that we probably in 1998, 1999 we probably never would have guessed the size and the opportunity.

We're bruised. We've lost a lot of pride here. When was the last time you could say you were proud to live in Florida, or proud of your governor

Walk instead of talking the bus, take the stairs instead of the elevator, plan to walk in between classes, especially when the weather gets better. Take advantage of the campus sponsored athletic equipment.

give florida back to the people.

made the decision that unity is the key to our success.

We're more individualized but we depersonalize meal time. We tend to grab something and run.

The reason we are making the request is because of the rich cultural heritage concerning the integration of our school. We were the first-ever school to integrate below the Mason-Dixon line, and we want to honor our school's and our community's heritage.

I believe that this decision by Scott Maddox today is a critical step in unifying the Democrats in this state,

Any time two United States senators in different parties get together and say something is good for the state, that is very powerful. But I need to read the details.

Politicians have no role in these tragic experiences except to protect our fundamental right to privacy. These are the ideals and values I fought when I stood up on what has proven to be the most shameful days I experienced in Congress.

There was also a lot of passionate support for the three (honor roll) inductees and our special achievement recipient this year. These are all people who contributed in a lot of ways, not just in the coaching aspect.

Good morning is a contradiction of terms.

It's the weaker candidate trying to get the strongest candidate out,

I think the community is being well served.

That five-second call there at mid-court was I don't know. We had our chances, we missed a driving lay-up, but the kids played hard. I don't think they deserved this.

Here's the real problem the pie is shrinking. This crowd in Tallahassee has not funded education.

Way down deep, we're all motivated by the same urges. Cats have the courage to live by them.

Currently, you have to get a sponsor and intern for two years. Or you can go to a school, and the state gives you one year of credit toward the internship.

He did a great job. They all did, it's just a shame. This is one of the times I can honestly say I don't think we deserved to lose.

George Bates is our police chief, and if George was asking (for a curfew), I'd be the first one to make a motion. But until he comes to us and says we have a problem, I think we should leave it to his discretion,

I think marriage is a religious sacrament, and I don't think the government should get involved in that. But I do think as governor I have an obligation to make sure that every person is treated fairly.

It's a precious resource. We're grateful to Granite School District (for) giving us the opportunity to preserve it.

It's temporary it's 90 days of instructional time.

We haven't seen them for a few years.

These are really great places to live for low income seniors, primarily widows and widowers. We have had a few couples move in over the years, but its primarily been singles. We provide a safe, comfortable and very affordable living environment. In fact, a lot of times when a residents health starts to decline, we have a hard time getting them to move out.

If you look at it from a tire manufacturer's perspective, an oil price increase is a triple whammy for us. Oil is a major ingredient in the production of tires. It affects the cost to make tires, it affects the cost to heat or cool the plant where we make tires and, of course, the trucking cost to ship the tires.

There are so many opportunities in life, that the loss of two or three capabilities is not necessarily debilitating. A handicap can give you the opportunity to focus more on art, writing, or music.

You won't us as much as I miss you.

Kelsey isn't a big girl, just a well-coordinated player who gets everything out of her swing. She's patient, knows the strike zone and awaits her pitch - then drills it.

Anything that can affect the sight, or the right hand, is really debilitating. I really felt for Rob.

The city of Burleson has taken a big step in the right direction. We fully expect these projects will help the city more effectively manage water conservation efforts and realize substantial operational efficiencies from the new wireless communications and automatic meter reading technologies.

Nutrition is like a bank account. If you take in more money than you spend, your bank account will grow. If you take in more calories than you use, your waist will expand. If you deficit eat, your waste line will shrink.

I had a state worker put his arm around my shoulder, he looked around the room to make sure nobody was looking at him, and said 'Jim, I'm for you.' What kind of country is that I've had the same conversations with other people - in Havana.

We think apparel is where we have the greatest opportunity now. It is an embarrassingly small part of our business, and we feel we have a lot of potential there.

The Weightman kids will complete their after-school activities about the time the high school kids conclude their school day.

This project demonstrates the value of combining energy efficiency and clean energy technology. The savings created by new, efficient equipment at these facilities are helping to pay for clean, alternative energy - solar and hydrogen fuel cell power. We commend the Postal Service for implementing a comprehensive, cost-effective solution that meets operating needs, improves the employees' work space and benefits the environment.

I would never and have never compared any of our democratically elected leaders to Fidel Castro. But let me be clear. There is a climate of intimidation in Tallahassee. That's not good for democracy. That's not good for Florida's families. And that's no way to run state government.

What are we trying to accomplish Are we trying to make this as easy as possible for the testing companies I think we've got this thing upside down.

What this Legislature desperately needs is adult supervision. Invest in our state. That's what you can count on me to do.

We love these types of challenges, because they allow us to explore innovative solutions for energy production.

Shareholders are putting pressure on all publicly held companies that this is an important area of corporate responsibility. One way that Chevron responds is by pointing out we've invested and have businesses like Chevron Energy Solutions working with our own company to reduce our carbon emissions but also with other businesses and important public institutions.

Avoid fruits and nuts. You are what you eat.

It's always difficult to get a cab, now it's almost impossible.

It looks to me as a taxpayer that we've been fleeced. We need a watchdog in Tallahassee to protect you and me from these insurance companies.

He's a great ambassador for bowling. He makes you feel welcome.

While eBay's TV strategy attempts to persuade more people to buy on the site, it also hopes to shift the perception the public has of the online auctioneer. As it moves well beyond collectibles, eBay wants to remind potential customers that they can also purchase mass-market items like cars and computers on the site. We get defined by the weird stuff, ... You're shifting a perception that people already have, which is better than having no perception at all.

This has been our vision for five years. It's just awesome seeing it come to fruition.

We've had no place for the whole family to go for a variety of things. This gives us that.

I'm very proud of my son Paul. I believe Paul died serving his country and serving the free world.