One stands, in fact, in awe of the Constitution of the United States, though it is an idea and not quite a reality.

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

Don't want to be near you for the thoughts we share but the words we never have to speak.

Poets can tell the truth as they see it. It’s the author’s story, the author’s voice.

Some say we are responsible for those we love. Others know we are responsible for those who love us.

Mistakes are a fact of life. It is the response to the error that counts.

We are strong enough to stand tall tearlessly, we are brave enough to bend to cry, and we are sad enough to know that we must laugh again.