I've never had a dislike for men. I've been badly treated by some. But I've been loved greatly by some. I married a lot of them.

People have to feel needed. Frequently, we just offer a job and 'perks.' We don't always offer people a purpose. When people feel there is a purpose and that they're needed, there's not much else to do except let them do the work.

When younger writers and poets, musicians and painters are weakened by a stemming of funds, they come to me saddened, not as full of dreams and excitement and ideas. I am then weakened and diminished, and made less rich.

My pride had been starched by a family who assumed unlimited authority in its own affairs.

Strong women- precious jewels all- their humanness is evident in their accessibility. We are able to enter into the spirit of these women and rejoice in their warmth and courage.

One must learn to care for oneself first, so that one can then dare to care for someone else.

When you learn, teach, when you get, give.