I've learned... That having a child fall asleep in your arms is one of the most peaceful feelings in the world.

We aren't consistent in our treatment of animals.

Always keep your words soft and sweet, just in case you have to eat them.

Sooner or later the world will have to return to the good old days when we fought wars and killed people the old-fashioned way, one at a time.

It's best to give advice in only two circumstances; when it's requested, and when it's a life threatening situation.

I think Dan [Rather] is transparently liberal. Now he may not like to hear me say that. I always agree with him, too. But I think he should be more careful.

Writers don't retire. I will always be a writer.