I don't focus on criticism. I prefer to praise people and the world, rather than criticize them and it.

Men make war to get attention. All killing is an expression of self-hate.

People do not wish to appear foolish; to avoid the appearance of foolishness, they are willing to remain actually fools.

I write not only what I want to read...I write all the things I should have been able to read.

When life descends into the pit I must become my own candle Willingly burning my self To light up the darkness around me.

The long-term accommodation that protects marriage and other such relationships is ... forgetfulness.

I don't know if you actually get something out of writing poetry. I think poetry is an autonomous muse that decides to come and sit on your couch.