Of course 'we humans' have a funny relationship with the beings with whom we share our planet. We eat them, we care for them, we admire them, we use them.

The measure of and self-congratulation for our own intelligence should have its basis in our moral behavior as well as our smarts.

My work is about the underbelly of the beauty of nature - and the dark side of nature is its indifference. Nature isn't friendly, nor is it unfriendly - it's the perfect embodiment of the Other.

University can teach you skill and give you opportunity, but it can't teach you sense, nor give you understanding. Sense and understanding are produced within one's soul.

I was born an American I live an American I shall die an American.

Failure is a word unknown to me.

The only way to sustain a career is to be as prolific as you can be, and open to opportunities.

If you keep missing, get closer to the basket.

I always write with my .357 magnum handy. Why? Well, you never know when God may try to interfere.

Being other than normal is a perilous advantage.

Get in God's word every day. God's word equips us for everything we do.

It's past time to go when you start asking yourself if it's time to go.

Wish chastely, and love dearly.