If you want to write, you need to keep an honest, unpublishable journal that nobody reads, nobody but you.

Language changes. If it does not change, like Latin it dies. But we need to be aware that as our language changes, so does our theology change, particularly if we are trying to manipulate language for a specific purpose. That is what is happening with our attempts at inclusive language, which thus far have been inconclusive and unsuccessful.

Be aware that rigidity imprisons.

I would like to travel light on this journey of life, to get rid of the encumbrances I acquire each day.

You don’t know the meaning of moderation, do you, my darling? A happy medium is something I wonder if you’ll ever learn.

I knew that the moment I started worrying about whether or not I was good enough for the job, I wouldn't be able to do it.

An infinite question is often destroyed by finite answers.