If someone in my family is getting emotionally bent out of shape, I've had to learn to adapt.

If someone in my family is getting emotionally bent out of shape, I've had to learn to adapt.

Indeed, at times it's best to shut up.

For most of my life, I have wanted broad impact but now, at 72, I'm not so sure that's always my first priority.

My wife and daughter have accused me of being too silent at breakfast but I don't want to talk when I don't have much to say.

I like the freedom that comes with lowered expectations.

The trick is to realize that one is not important, except insofar as one’s example can serve to elucidate a more widespread human trait and make readers feel a little less lonely and freakish.