Building democracy as an imposition from abroad is a form of imperialism.

It is hardly possible to build anything if frustration, bitterness and a mood of helplessness prevail.

We hold our heads high, despite the price we have paid, because freedom is priceless.

I am overjoyed that I do not need a heart transplant at this time.

I'm lazy. But it's the lazy people who invented the wheel and the bicycle because they didn't like walking or carrying things.

The world needs leaders of vision instead of leaders on television.

Everyone wants a voice in human freedom. There's a fire burning inside all of us.

The fall of the Berlin Wall makes for nice pictures. But it all started in the shipyards.

Words are plentiful; deeds are precious.

Deep faith eliminates fear.

Obviously people want social calm, but if you do not let clever and ingenious people to participate, obviously there must be some dormant volcano that will erupt, sooner or later.

And in my novels I live many lives. Substitutes of spontaneity to replace a dreary reality. How I live for those inky black words and kaleidoscope colored experiences.

You're special, Deirdre, and don't ever think otherwise.

For as long I can remember I have wanted to die. So that started around age 6. I think. My earliest clear memories start at age 140.

Walk towards the light, put it on your head and then crush your shadow that hides under your feet

There are loads of bands I'd love to produce.

I used to like writing for comedians - I enjoyed the challenge of making other people funny.

A careful observation of Nature will disclose pleasantries of superb irony. She has for instance placed toads close to flowers.

Kiss me, please kiss me But kiss me out of desire, babe, and not consolation You know it makes me so angry 'cause i know that in time I'll only make you cry, this is our last goodbye.

I believe that if doors don't open, make new doors. So I also have started producing quite a bit of things as well.

Others are my main concern. When I notice something of mine, I steal it and give it to others.