Here’s what I learned: First thing in the morning, before I have drowned myself in coffee, while I still have that sleepy brain I used to believe was useless — that is the best brain for creative writing. Words come pouring out easily while my head still feels as if it is full of ground fog, wrapped in flannel and gauze, and surrounded by a hive of humming, velvety sleep bees.

It's just like magic. When you live by yourself, all your annoying habits are gone!.

Beware the man who doesn't ask you any questions about yourself on your first date.

I think people figure out early in their lives what currency they can work in.

The day is divided into two important sections: Mealtimes and everything else.

Beware the cute, hot guy who kind of reminds you of the parent you don't get along with: your cold, distant father who left when you were a kid or your hot-tempered mother whom you could never please.

A wacky, trendy outfit on a guy over 40 indicates he's got big issues.