My dad is a writer, and to see him always in front of a typewriter gave me the inspiration to write. He was my idol, my hero. I wanted to be just like him.

I think this generation can play a very important role. If we act now, this could be the first generation to witness universal education.

I consider myself a survivor more than anything else.

You're a song written by the hands of God.

I want some day to be able to love with the same intensity and unselfishness that parents love their children with.

I consider myself a laborer, building my career brick over brick under the sun.

My brain, I believe, is the most beautiful part of my body.