I've always held the song in high regard because songs have got me through so many sinks of dishes and so many humiliating courting events.

Poetry is a verdict rather than an intention.

I think that all the spiritual training is just to be able to allow you to experience this from a slightly different perspective - one that's a little more stabilized.

Although only one man may be receiving the favors of a woman, all men in her presence are warmed.

Music is the emotional life of the most people.

I was 15 when I first became deeply touched by the rhythm and structure of words.

I've forgotten most of what I've read and, frankly, it never seemed very important to me or to the world.