Some artists claim praise is irrelevant in measuring the success of art, but I think it's quite relevant. Besides, it makes me feel great.

The idea of the extraordinary happening in the context of the ordinary is what's fascinating to me

If you don't know where you're going, stop racing to get there. -- from Just Desert by M. T. Anderson

Though I’ve grown old, the bell still rings for me as it does for all who truly believe.

There was a great deal of peer recognition to be gained in elementary school by being able to draw well. One girl could draw horses so well, she was looked upon as a kind of sorceress.

The Dick, Jane, and Spot primers have gone to that bookshelf in the sky. I have, in some ways, a tender feeling toward them, so I think it's for the best.

Following my muse has worked out pretty well so far. I can't see any reason to change the formula now.