I like triples-when I hit a ball in the gap, all I think about is a triple.

I feel a lot more comfortable at shortstop, but it's no problem, I'll move to make room.

I put the ball in play. That's what I want.

When I get to first base, I start thinking about third.

I never thought I might become famous. It takes getting used to.

I try not to pay much attention to what people say-I just try to concentrate on the game.

Patience is very important, especially at the plate.

I have to work hard for my family. They don't have a lot.

I'm the leadoff hitter, it's my job to lead this team. I know people say the way I go is how the Mets go, so I'll do whatever it takes.

Great power requires great character if it is to be a blessing and not a curse, and that character is something we only grow toward.

Eve left Adam to meet the Devil in private.

When I was 11, I made truffle risotto for my family for Christmas dinner.

Failure is inevitable. If you aren't taking risks, then you won't fail.

You can't get on my level. you gon' need a space shuttle or a ladder; that's forever.

If every head of state and every government official spent an hour a day reading poetry we'd live in a much more humane and decent world.

As much as I disagreed with every second of 'Fahrenheit 9/11,' the fact that it is out made me jump for joy.

Education liberates a woman.

I don't love performing, because it's nerve-racking and it's time - consuming to rehearse a whole set - and my time can often be better served writing music and just making it and putting it out.

If you want to know how much I love you, look into my eyes with your heart open.