Nothing in the last few years has dazzled me more than Hilary Mantel's 'Wolf Hall,' which blew the top of my head straight off. I've read it three times, and I'm still trying to figure out how she put that magnificent thing together.

Absolute certainty is not something I strive for anymore. I've learned the hard way that destiny usually looks upon our most strident convictions with amusement, or perhaps even pity.

As smoking is to the lungs, so is resentment to the soul; even one puff is bad for you.

I will give you the sun and the rain, and if they are not available, I will give you a sun check and a rain check.

Embrace the glorious mess that you are

Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit.

Life's metaphors are God's instructions.