Motherhood . . . is an act of infinite optimism.

... I was diagnosed with ovarian cancer. Suddenly I had to spend all my time getting well.

You feel completely in control when you hear a wave of laughter coming back at you that you have caused.

While we have the gift of life, it seems to me the only tragedy is to allow part of us to die - whether it is our spirit, our creativity or our glorious uniqueness.

I've learned what I can control is whether I am going to live a day in fear and depression and panic, or whether I am going to attack the day and make it as good a day, as wonderful a day, as I can.

Some stories don't have a clear beginning, middle and end.

[Emily Litella line:] Never mind.