Have fun writing, because it enhances both the writer's and reader's experience.

Why am I attracted to all these lying quotes all of a sudden? Here’s another one. This one by Phillip Lopate: ‘(Children know it better than adults) that in telling a lie, fidelity is everything.’

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

Most good essays are conversations with yourself - not just your decided thoughts but your dilemmas.

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.

Have fun writing, because it enhances both the writer's and reader's experience.

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.