If you're a writer, the answer to everything is yes.

And you will understand all too soon That you, my children of battle, are your heroes

I'm glad I understand that while language is a gift, listening is a responsibility. (U.S. poet and writer, 1943- )

I really don't think life is about the I-could-have-beens. Life is only about the I-tried-to-do. I don't mind the failure but I can't imagine that I'd forgive myself if I didn't try.

I had a really nice childhood; I had great parents. I earned my allowance by washing dishes, and in the summer I earned my allowance by working in daddy's garden.

I am totally fascinated by people and our history as I understand and continue to explore it. People have so much to give and so far to go and yet we have given and gone a great distance. It's really just interesting to ask: why not? And see where that takes me.

All systems require myths for their longevity.