Quotes by Paul Henderson

About Paul Henderson:

Paul Garnet Henderson is a Canadian former professional ice hockey player. A left winger, Henderson played 13 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Detroit Red Wings, Toronto Maple Leafs and Atlanta Flames and five in the World Hockey Association (WHA) for the Toronto Toros and Birmingham Bulls. He played over 1,000 games between the two major leagues, scoring 376 goals and 758 points. Henderson played in two NHL All-Star Games and was a member of the Memorial Cup-winning Hamilton Red Wings team as a junior.
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I'm so proud to be Canadian. I've been to 58 countries, and they're wonderful countries, but Canada is the best.

Paul Henderson

My philosophy is I take today, live it the best way I can and if I wake up I'll take another shot at tomorrow.

Paul Henderson

When fairy tales are written in the west, they're known as folklore. In the east, fairy tales are called religions.

Paul Henderson

I didn't handle fame very well at first. I got a little resentful.

Paul Henderson

The Lord expects us to enjoy our lives. He says there will be some brutal times, but we shouldn't get all bent out of shape about it.

Paul Henderson

I'm pretty transparent and have no problem sharing my weaknesses.

Paul Henderson

My wife and I really enjoy a glass of red wine. We're too old to drink cheap wine, and we don't.

Paul Henderson

Pride is about the ugliest trait somebody can have.

Paul Henderson

I'm a very, very proud Canadian, and having the privilege to represent my country on the international level was the highlight of my 18-year career.

Paul Henderson

I get as much fan mail today and sign as many autographs as I did when I played. It's mind-boggling to a certain degree.

Paul Henderson

Contentment does not come from achievement.

Paul Henderson

You can say what you want about me, but don't mess with my wife.

Paul Henderson

When you have cancer, you can define the trivial from the important very quickly.

Paul Henderson

I'm not nearly as important as I used to think I was. It's a wonderful discovery.

Paul Henderson

I always thought Christians were the weak people. When you can't make it in life then you have to ask God. I really prided myself on being a self-made man.

Paul Henderson

The Bible says not to worry so I don't. I just get up in the morning and ask God for help to get through the day. If tomorrow shows up then I'll take the same shot tomorrow.

Paul Henderson

I don't eat fast food any more, not since I got cancer.

Paul Henderson

When you have hope, and you have peace, you can handle anything.

Paul Henderson

I have never been worried because when you have hope and peace, you can handle anything.

Paul Henderson

I thought happiness came from achievement.

Paul Henderson

Author Bio

  • NamePaul Henderson
  • DescriptionCanadian former professional ice hockey player
  • AliasesPaul Garnet Henderson
  • BornJanuary 28, 1943
  • CountryCanada
  • ProfessionIce Hockey Player
  • AwardsMember Of The Order Of Canada