There's a difference between solitude and loneliness. I can understand the concept of being a monk for a while.
Tom HanksThere's such an advantage to being involved in the day-to-day details of each other's lives. It's a marvelous fabric to exist in.
Tom HanksI try not to lie to people - the only way to control the way you're perceived is to tell the truth.
Tom HanksAll that most parents hope is that their children are happy, funny, well adjusted, and have a passion for something in their lives. What would negate everything is if the next generation that we're responsible for has a passionless existence. And that's cause for occasional sleepless nights.
Tom Hanks