"I am deeply grateful to the citizens of Sarajevo and the Sarajevo Canton assembly for bestowing upon me this incredible honor of citizenship. I am so proud to now be a part of such an extraordinary part of the world and fellow citizen to the people I deeply love and admire."

"I always wanted a great love affair: something that feels big and full, really honest, and enough. No moment should feel slight, false, or a little off. For me, it had to be everything."

"Where ever I am I always find myself looking out the window wishing I was somewhere else."

"First and foremost comes my family and my life with Brad. We have so much joy in raising our children and teaching them about the world that nothing really compares to that."

"For a creative writer possession of the 'truth' is less important than emotional sincerity."

"You must accept responsibility for your actions, but not the credit for your achievements."

"Doubt is the vestibule through which all must pass before they can enter into the temple of wisdom."

"What is called resignation is confirmed desperation."