You should put time into learning your craft. It seems like people want success so quickly, way before they're ready.

I grew up in a very literate, very independent household where people spoke their ideas and were very supportive of helping each other find their own way

I am trying to get right with God. I'm sort of making a statement about the excessiveness.

I love Emmylou Harris's version of my song, 'Sweet Old World.' Her intonation is great.

I'm fascinated by the whole concept of snake handling. When you read about the Pentecostal snake handlers, what strikes you the most is their commitment.

I'm in a contented, loving relationship, but that doesn't mean I'm not struggling with other things that are going on around me in the world.

First thing, I throw on some jeans, a T-shirt and my Keds sneakers and make coffee. That is actually my favorite time of day. That is when I do my songwriting, when I am in writing mode.