I think that the reason for my success is that I am really not aspirational. I am inspirational in that the people at home feel like they can really relate to me.

I couldn't imagine doing a show where I'd once again have to answer to corporate interests.

I went to seven colleges. I was a professional transfer student. I had to drop out 'cause I couldn't see out the back window.

I think Oprah who is the height of aspiration and inspiration recognizes something in me that is germane.

"Marriage" is an internationally recognized word that says we are committed as a couple and are responsible for each other and any children that we have.

Every time that I hear the orchestra tuning up, I get chills all over my body. You know, catharsis after catharsis. It's better than sex!

I'd always admired writers. I'd always loved words on a page. Somehow, words seemed to bypass image and get straight to the heart of things. Somehow, words seemed big enough to contain pain, and sentences could pull broken bits together.