I would be a liar, a hypocrite, or a fool - and I'm not any of those - to say that I don't write for the reader. I do. But for the reader who hears, who really will work at it, going behind what I seem to say. So I write for myself and that reader who will pay the dues.

We must be warriors in the struggle against ignorance

I’ve got a magic charm That I keep up my sleeve, I can walk the ocean floor And never have to breathe.

Without courage you can't practice any other virtue consistently.

I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw something back.

Nobody can enjoy unless we all enjoy, truly enjoy.

Stormy or sunny days, glorious or lonely nights, I maintain an attitude of gratitude.