Once upon a time I was such a good liar; I could talk the fish right into my mouths.

The problem is not simply that the Singularity represents the passing of humankind from center stage, but that it contradicts our most deeply held notions of being.

Within thirty years, we will have the technological means to create superhuman intelligence. Shortly after, the human era will be ended.

In fact, there was general agreement that minds can exist on nonbiological substrates and that algorithms are of central importance to the existence of minds.

Even the largest avalanche is triggered by small things.

Intelligence is the handmaiden of flexibility and change.

How will the approach of the Singularity spread across the human world view?

The dilemma felt by science fiction writers will be perceived in other creative endeavors.

But if the technological Singularity can happen, it will.

We humans have millions of years of evolutionary baggage that makes us regard competition in a deadly light.

I never guessed I could cry so hard my face hurt.

In Love's service, only wounded soldiers can serve.

Positive mindset, positive self-image and positive attitude are the best-habits to nurture.

Forgiving was the hardest thing. Sometimes forgiving was the hardest thing in the whole world.

Although often perceived as one disease, cancer is a number of diseases subsumed within one diagnostic label.

Continuity of purpose is one of the most essential ingredients of happiness in the long run, and for most men that comes chiefly through their work.

The only sheets I'll ever long for are my own.

The last time I was this scared, I peed myself." "The last time I was this scared," Radar says, "I actually had to face a Dark Lord in order to make the world safe for wizards.

Anything good that we do is because of God. Whenever we get our eyes off of Him we crash and burn.

I harbored a lot of resentment as a teenager and as a young adult. I still have a problem with authority, I'm trying to listen!

My soul is that of a drummer.... I didn't do it to become rich and famous. I did it because it was the love of my life.