sometimes in life doing what we shouldn't do is the emergency

I wish to cup knowledge in my hand and drink it as one drinks water by the side of the stream.

I'm going to die with my mind intact. And to me that is the most exciting way you could possibly die.

Each of us has been designed for one of two immortal functions, as either a storyteller or as a cross-legged listener to tales of wonder, love, and daring. When we cease to tell or listen, then we no longer exist as a people.

It is better just to get on with the business of living and minding your own business and maybe, if God likes the way you do things, he may just let you flower for a day or a night. But don't go pestering and begging and telling him all your stupid little sins, that way you will spoil his day.

It's been a privilege to write for you and to have you accept me as a storyteller in your lives, Now, as my story draws to an end, may I say only, `Thank you. You have been simply wonderful'.

Pride is holding your head up when everyone around you has theirs bowed. Courage is what makes you do it.