I wasn't interested in fame or fortune. I was interested in being an actor and being creative. I was very adamant about that.

Something I've noticed as I get older is that I do think about the future more. It's all positive thinking.

I'm portable. I carry a laptop and a little recording studio on my back.

I live a normal life.

I think it's really important to live in the moment.

Growing up on a farm was the best. I remember loving that expanse of space. The sky at night was so clear, I could see every star.

I'm a bit hyperactive as an actor, I like to keep moving.

I'm pretty unusual for an actress in Hollywood because I am totally unselfconscious about my body.

I used to paint a lot of oil and now I paint more mixed-media stuff.

I'm always writing lyrics. I have so many lyrics on so many stray pieces of paper. Everywhere.

Playing different characters in different films helps keep you excited about what you do. It always seems like a whole new adventure.

The Pilgrims believed beer was an unalloyed good, a 'good creature of God.' People who did not drink were suspect and 'crank-brained.

Papa thought that any book worth reading twice was worth owning. So instead of buying desserts, we bought books.

When the cat's away the mice will play.

Imagination is more important than knowledge. Imagination is the language of the soul. Pay attention to your imagination and you will discover all you need to be fulfilled.

The deep root of failure in our lives is to think, 'Oh how useless and powerless I am.' It is essential to think strongly and forcefully, 'I can do it,' without boasting or fretting.

Tell the righteous it will be well with them, for they will enjoy the fruit of their deeds.

Actors never discuss future plans.

I will make Maggie safe. If the world burns because of that then so be it. Me and the kid will roast some marshmallows.

If a man needs a religion to conduct himself properly in this world, it is a sign that he has either a limited mind or a corrupt heart.

You hear sounds and orchestration, it's ... the fastest way, I think, to your emotions, even if you don't understand the language of the song.