I'm going to quit writing.

I have a kind of respect - a worshipful attitude, even - for nature and the natural order and the cosmos and the seasons.

As I entered this world, I would leave behind the nurturing of my family and my home, but in another sense I would take their protection with me. The lessons I had learned, the feelings of groundedness and belonging that have been woven into my character there, would be my companions on the journey.

I decided in my life that I would do nothing that did not reflect positively on my father's life.

Mine was an easy ride compared to Jackie Robinson's.

In my case, the body of work stands for itself... I think my work has been representative of me as a man.

When you walk with someone, something unspoken happens. Either you match their pace or they match yours.