Music, art, writing - it gives us a sense of who we are, a sense of our history, a sense of our future and it should provide some kind of comfort. It's not just entertainment for entertainment's sake, it's an investment.

One of the things that I wound up loving about being involved with a bike racer was learning how to bike and how that really creates solitary time for you to reflect on things and nobody can get a hold of you.

I'm standing in the desert, waiting for my ship to come in.

How the world perceives you is largely out of your control.

We are a testament to the importance of early detection and new treatments. I encourage all women everywhere to advocate for themselves and for their future. See your doctor and be proactive about your health.

The bands that wrote the big, heroic rock songs - I really wanted to make a record like that.

I've got no one to blame for every time I feel lame.