"But look, I was born in 1956, the peak year for births in US history. I think I'm very representative of many of the thought processes my generation have been through and, by and large, people of my age have had their imprint planted on the consciousness of western society for a long time."

"If you look at romantic comedies as pieces of commerce, the audience is looking for wish fulfillment."

"Growing up in northern California has had a big influence on my love and respect for the outdoors. When I lived in Oakland, we would think nothing of driving to Half Moon Bay and Santa Cruz one day and then driving to the foothills of the Sierras the next day."

"If it wasn't hard, everyone would do it. It's the hard that makes it great."

"It doesn't take a lot of strength to hang on. It takes a lot of strength to let go."

"Everything is generated through your own will power."

"Never underestimate the power of hope is the anchor of a weary soul."

"It is a steadfast truth that the highest expression of strength is tenderness toward the vulnerable."