God has always been the head of my life, even before I knew it.

Climbing trees is still one of my favorite things to do. A tree and a good book and I'm happy.

Give up as much as you're willing to receive back and give yourself, if that makes any sense. Whatever that is, don't expect more from a person than what you're willing to give, but give it knowing that you're giving it - it's been given, so don't expect anything else.

I remember thinking, in Kansas my name will be Evett - which is my middle name. I didn't want to explain to anyone how to say Em-a-yat-zee.

It's so hard to fight against someone who is stuck in what they believe whether you agree with it or not.

I have visions and ideas about different things. Other actors just inspire you, so writing is something I would love to do more of. I would really be interested in doing something in that vein, writing something for myself or someone else and directing for sure.

Know your history. It can teach you who you are, where you have come from, and how to be a better person as a result.