A born poet knows in his cradle that a poetic life is the only life worth living.

I like things which appear fragile but are tough inside.

At every crossroad, be prepared to bump into wonder.

Life's major challenge: getting reborn often enough.

Acclaim is a distraction.

My major aim in writing is to set out flags and issue wake-up calls.

I often start writing in order to excite an expansive emotion.