Various philosophers and religious leaders tried to convince their disciples and followers that animals are nothing more than machines without a soul, without feelings. However, anyone who has ever lived with an animal-be it a dog, a bird, or even a mouse-knows that this theory is a brazen lie, invented to justify cruelty.

For those who are willing to make an effort, great miracles and wonderful treasures are in store.

The soul never dies and the body is never really alive.

Shoulders are from God and burdens too.

Literature is the memory of humanity.

One has to trust that God knows how to manage the world.

I am thankful, of course, for the prize and thankful to God for each story, each idea, each word, each day.