The state, for a long period of time, has been undergoing a wrenching economic transformation. The reality is much grimmer than in other states.

Pride in many diverse ways is the enemy of love.

I agree with Agassiz that dogs possess something very like a conscience.

Our minds are lazier than our bodies.

This free-will business is a bit terrifying anyway. It's almost pleasanter to obey and make the most of it.

I don't trust anybody in my life except my mother and my dogs.

A disciple asked, "Who is a Master?" The Master replied, "Anyone to whom it is given to let go of the ego. Such a person's life is then a masterpiece.

On the subject of spinach: divide into little piles. Rearrange again into new piles. After five of six maneuvers, sit back and say you are full.

The words a leader speaks are important, of course. But how they're delivered can make all the difference, especially in tough times.

In 21 years there are a lot of ups and downs. There are melancholy times. There are sad times. There are happy times. There are unsure times. There are life lessons.

There are ogres and black beasts out there; you have to be constantly on guard.