It becomes almost second nature to be on guard against the creative pattern of our own thought.
Alice ChildressWe think of poverty as a condition simply meaning a lack of funds, no money, but when one sees fifth, sixth, and seventh generation poor, it is clear that poverty is as complicated as high finance.
Alice ChildressI think women need kindness more than love. When one human being is kind to another, it's a very deep matter.
Alice ChildressWriters are encouraged to "keep 'em laughing" and complain "with good humor" in order to "win" allies. The joke is always on ourselves.
Alice Childress