I think life is cotton candy on a rainy day. For those who grew up with cotton candy the old-fashioned way, it is very delicate. Pre-made cotton candy that has preservatives is not nearly as good or true. True cotton candy is sugar, color, and air and it melts very quickly. That was the metaphor - it can't be preserved, it can't be put aside, it can't be banked. It has to be experienced, like life.

VISIBILITY - You've got to find a way to make people know you're there

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

You must be unintimidated by your own thoughts.

Most of my books are a two-year project. I tend to follow my heart and my mind and research materials where they take me.

I love you because no two snowflakes are alike, and it is possible, if you stand tippy-toe, to walk between the raindrops.

Nina Simone's music is incredibly honest. That's like saying, "Why does Jesus' word still stay around?" It's incredibly honest and it's good.