Everything is research.

Why are we here? We're here to go!

You are the salt of the earth. But remember that salt is useful when in association, but useless in isolation.

I could deny it if I liked. I could deny anything if I liked.

I wanted to do something inspirational for my children.

At Ucross I learned that I am capable of focusing deeply for long periods of time. I love to write. I don't think I would have said that before this trip.

I’m infinitely more involved in the reality of the characters and their situation than I am in everyday life.

Sometimes you get lit students that know a lot about the canon but virtually nothing about contemporary poetry and vice versa. I like to mix things up.

Don't complain about not getting a chance and then be unprepared when you finally do.

Living modestly in a suburban neighborhood while trying to support four children through private school is not extravagant or living large.

No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.