I got into television because I hated it so. And I thought there's some way of using this fabulous instrument to nurture those who would watch and listen.

One of the greatest dignities of humankind is that each successive generation is invested in the welfare of each new generation.

The kingdom of God is for the broken hearted

Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.

Love begins with listening.

I don't believe that children can develop in a healthy way unless they feel that they have value apart from anything they own or any skill that they learn. They need to feel they enhance the life of someone else, that they are needed. Who, better than parents, can let them know that?

The older I get, the more convinced I am that the space between people who are trying their best to understand each other is hallowed ground.