Without music, I could not get through.

Cynicism is tough. A cynic's point of view is really pitiful. I derive pleasure out of a lot of things in life. As long as I'm fairly healthy, it's hard to stay dismal for very long.

John Floridis was very inspiring. He plays so well.

One of the dumber things my manager said was, Stick to the melody. But I can't.

The less you know, the more I comprehend. You don't have to drag me down, I descend.

And I never saw blue like that before across the sky around the world

It's really fun to listen to other people and be an accompanist.

The past is stronger than my will to forgive forgive you, or myself, I don't know.

You say in life, mistakes are many. How come you never admit to any?

This world's a blessing and a beast everyday.

I dont like doing whats expected. Ive always done best when Ive listened to my instincts rather than following convention or doing what other people think I should do.

Write a lot and hit the streets. A writer who doesn't keep up with what's out there ain't gonna be out there.

A person who faces unique miseries learns much. All time transports him rich insights.

First there is the search and rescue phase that is now ending. It is a cruel reality.

Crackers are short on sparkle.

but sometimes optimism is the only drug that works. But it’s sadly temporary in its effects.

I'm pretty private about my neuroses. You're not neurotic if you talk to yourself - everyone does - you're only neurotic if you hear an answer.

Most human beings are quite likable if you don't see too much of them.

I am passionate about learning to most fully embody the spark that is the source of life, the hidden glory of the Creator.

Original thought, original artistic expression is by its very nature questioning, irreverent, iconoclastic.

People's behavior makes sense if you think about it in terms of their goals, needs, and motives.