Steven's [Sebring] presence was not threatening; he told me that if I never wanted the footage to be seen by anyone, he would give it to me. So I had nothing to lose and everything to gain, and what I gained was his supportive energy and the supportive energy of his wife, who was sometimes the one schlepping the equipment or doing the sound.
Patti SmithI was so unhealthy as a child, and at least three or four times my parents were told to get ready, that I would not make it.
Patti SmithI think some of that hopelessness of my generation got passed on to later generations - the sense of uselessness.
Patti SmithUsually when I go to a place for the first time, unless there's something historical or spectacular that nature has to offer, the first thing I like to do is see what's on the minds of the people.
Patti Smith