Black women have not historically stood in the pulpit, but that doesn't undermine the fact that they built the churches and maintain the pulpits.

Most people don't grow up. It's too damn difficult. What happens is most people get older.

Be certain that you do not die without having done something wonderful for humanity.

I work very hard, and I play very hard. I'm grateful for life. And I live it - I believe life loves the liver of it. I live it.

The intensity with which young people live demands that they "blank out" as often as possible.

I thought if war did not include killing, I'd like to see one every year.

I think a nap or a rest overnight is great. But who needs three days of rest? Please! The second day, you might die.