The thing about Alzheimer's is that it's... it's sort of like all these little, small deaths along the way, before they actually physically die.

There's this whole idea that you've got the blues and you're going to write. Bullshit. When I feel really bad, all I want to do is sit in front of the TV with the remote control and check out.

I don't mean to complain. I wouldn't trade my life for anything.

I would worry if I wasn't coming up with ideas, if I wasn't inspired.

I'm just like everyone. I like to feel togetherness with someone.

Any time there's a major change, whether it's going into a relationship, getting out of a relationship, moving to a new city, a death - that usually provides a catalyst for an explosion of creativity.

I have to try different things to see what works best. Other people get impatient with that.