But all morality is of necessity shaped by context. I'm not talking relativism, no. To ignore the context of a decision is in fact immoral.

I'm hoping what all sentient beings hope ... that somehow I'm part of something larger than myself, in which I play a role, an actual role that is somehow intended and meaningful.

This is a lyrical guide that addresses the deep human yearning to make a difference. It's full of indelible stories reminding us that, yes, helping people is hard-but it's both possible and infinitely rewarding. A Path Appears offers practical steps that any of us can take to empower others, and ourselves.

I have to move away from organized religion. The toxic confusion and anger I was feeling in church had become too great.

Lestat: Toughen up baby. I'm looking for the eternal scum.

I do want to go another way - to write something completely different.

I stumble through a carnival of horrors