Relationships are built on small, consistent deposits of time. You can't cram for what's most important. If you want to connect with your kids, you've got to be available consistently, not randomly.

One of the primary reasons we don't seek counsel from the wise people around us is that we already know what we are going to hear--and we just don't want to hear it.

Our greatest moral regrets are always preceded by a series of unwise choices.

But in the areas that matter most, a burst of energy and activity cannot reverse the consequences that accompany a season of neglect.

None of us plan--or intend--to get into trouble. The problem is, we don't plan not to.

Short story collections are the literary equivalent of canapés, tapas and mezze in the world of gastronomy: Delightful assortments of tasty morsels to whet the reader's appetite.

Cooties, doesn't show possibility shows impossibility.

PIG, n. An animal ("Porcus omnivorus") closely allied to the human race by the splendor and vivacity of its appetite, which, however, is inferior in scope, for it sticks at pig.

God takes full responsibility for the life wholly devoted to Him.

Never underestimate the gullibility of large pools of money.

I've never liked the name Marilyn. I've often wished that I had held out that day for Jean Monroe. But I guess it's too late to do anything about it now.

I would tell everyone to go to college, no matter what. It gives you time to grow up.

It is not possible to assert publicly that Monsanto is anything other than venal without being accused of being a sellout, a fraud, or worse.

Lord, help us to recognize you in the sick, poor and suffering.

Look for the blessing in all situations.