Revolution begins with the self, in the self.

I try to live [the Golden Rule] and I certainly expect it of some particular others. But I'll be damned if I want most folk out there to do unto me what they do unto themselves.

Writing is a legitimate way, an important way, to participate in the empowerment of the community that names me.

Reappraise the past, re-evaluate where we've been, clarify where we are, and predict or anticipate where we are headed. . . .

(M)aybe we too busy being flowers or fairies or strawberries instead of something honest and worthy of respect . . . you know . . . like being people.

Old folks are the nation.

The only proper mask to wear in life is your own damn face.