A lot of people resist transition and therefore never allow themselves to enjoy who they are. Embrace the change, no matter what it is; once you do, you can learn about the new world you're in and take advantage of it.

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 hope that, reading 'Rosa,' people will remember their own family and friends and talk about what they did and did not do.

There are things you stand up for because it’s right.

A lot of people resist transition and therefore never allow themselves to enjoy who they are. Embrace the change, no matter what it is; once you do, you can learn about the new world you're in and take advantage of it.

Facts are only tools to gain control over yourself and other people.

The catchword I use with my classes is: The authority of the writer always overcomes the skepticism of the reader.