Yes. The original argument is defective. Substitute the word 'male' for 'gay,' and you'll see the flaw: 'Male people cannot be normal. If everyone were male starting tomorrow, the human race would die out, so being male cannot be nature's intended way.' Or you could substitute the word 'female.' In either case, the argument makes no sense: Being male or female is perfectly normal.

Spending waiting moments doing crossword puzzles or reading a book you brought yourself.

Know the names of past and current artists who are most famous for playing their instruments.

A good leader needs to stand behind his or her followers as often as he or she needs to stand in front of them.

Know the difference between principles based on right or wrong vs. principles based on personal gain, and consider the basis of your own principles.

Being defeated is often a temporary condition. Giving up is what makes it permanent.

[When asked if the voice is an instrument:] Yes, of course. Some are violins, some are fountain pens and some are stethoscopes. And others are just washboards.