However much we know about birth in general, we know nothing about a particular birth. We must let it unfold with its own uniqueness.

It couldn't last of course. They both knew it. Not the evening, Not the holiday.

Adulthood isn't black and white - it's a thousand shades of grey. Or taupe. It's not who you are, it's where you are.

Childbirth calls into question our very existence, requiring an expectant couple to confront not only new life but death, pain, fear and, most of all, change.

The cracks in your heart are there so the light can shine through.

Don’t.” His voice was harsh. “Don’t do that.” She exhaled.“You’re lovely. Lovelier than before.

I like to give people novels I think they would like, on no particular occasion - just when we're in a bookstore together. I like to receive reference books on my birthday.

It is important to tell good stories. You can tell stories even if they are not huge, epic, and wonderful. You can still take the responsibility for being a scribe of your tribe.

Economic globalization creates wealth, but only for the elite who benefit from the surge of consolidations, mergers, global scale technology, and financial activity.

Life is short and experiences with remarkable people are rare.

Amateur feed on hope. Professionals work.

Depth has one address: fidelity in love.

Don t play this piece fast. It is never right to play ragtime fast.

We have been so patient and loyal ... and what has it gotten us? We want our full share now.

I have recorded nine tracks for a new album which I financed myself and am looking for a home for.

I have always got medicine I want to give to people.