Human nature is like water. It takes the shape of its container.

Most people read poetry listening for echoes because the echoes are familiar to them. They wade through it the way a boy wades through water, feeling with his toes for the bottom: The echoes are the bottom.

Intolerance respecting other people's religion is toleration itself in comparison with intolerance respecting other people's art.

I'm so enthused by these young people. They are some of the most brilliant, thoughtful people I've met. To be able to hone their skills is kind of a dream come true for me. It has been a very delightful experience.

This book-amber-clear, cool and with a good head-deserves a thoughtful swig even from people who never drink.

You don?t want them steeped in water for extended periods of time.