"I loved climbing because of the freedom, and having time and space. I remember coming off Everest for the last time, thinking of Dad and wishing that he could have seen what I saw. He would have loved it."

"My faith isn't very churchy, it's a pretty personal, intimate thing and has been a huge source of strength in moments of life and death."

"I try and eat really healthy when I'm home, but I certainly don't eat worms and snakes."

"I love home cooking, and I'm not a great one for fast food."

"To love truly means recognizing that the truest form of bravery is vulnerability."

"A scientific man ought to have no wishes, no affections, - a mere heart of stone."

"It is a essential truth that love does not demand perfection; it embraces the authentic journey of growth."

"A peaceful heart knows that shadows are only cast by the presence of light."