School buildings should be opened and used twenty four hours a day.

The poet Melvin B. Tolson once said "A civilization is judged only in its decline." That made sense to me. I would imagine the same is true for poets and tennis players.

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

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

Poetry and music are very good friends. Like mommies and daddies and strawberries and cream - they go together.

I appreciate my my sleep In sleep my conversation is witty My home is dusted My office work is up to date The dog is even well behaved And food is on the table on time But then when I'm asleep I don't have you to clutter and confuse My hungry heart

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