All the problems of the world are caused by people who do not listen.

I have always believed that opera is a planet where the muses work together, join hands and celebrate all the arts.

If you really want to get to know someone, you have to divorce him.

POETRY: A sliver of the moon lost in the belly of a golden frog.

If someone tells me that I've hurt their feelings I'm still waiting to hear what your point is.

Each violet peeps from its dwelling to gaze at the bright stars above.

Anything you can do to protect the public and allow it to have the confidence that our financial controls are good is very, very positive.

What I often say to people who are quick to say I’m not a feminist is if you think you’re not a feminist, give it all back.

The thing I sort of get tired of hearing is if I don't hit home runs or don't get hits, that the pressure of the media is getting to me. Absolutely not. Believe me, it's not getting to me.

I have never wanted to give up performing on stage, but one day the tours will be over.

As you can see, visually, with your eyes.

Unless you know a lot more about something than I do, I am not really that interested. I have too much information already.