This is the result of six billion years of evolution. Tonight, we have given the lie to gravity.We have reached for the stars.

Surprise is where creativity comes in.

(...) And metaphors like cats behind your smile, Each one wound up to purr, each one a pride, Each one a fine gold beast you've hid inside (...)

The television is 'real'. It is immediate, it has dimension. It tells you what to think and blasts it in. It must be right. It seems so right. It rushes you on so quickly to its own conclusions your mind hasn't time to protest, 'What nonsense!'.

Ours is a culture and a time immensely rich in trash as it is in treasures.

When you're older you want to learn from other people.

Write 1000 words a day. That's only about four pages, but force yourself to do it. Put your finger down your throat and throw up. That's what writing's all about.