If we can't face death we'll never overcome it. You have to look it straight in the eye. Then you can turn around and walk back out into the light.

We are constantly protecting the male ego and it's a disservice to men. If a man has any sensitivity or intelligence he wants to get the straight scoop from his girlfriend.

From my dad I learned to be good to people to always be honest and straightforward. I learned hard work and perseverance.

My dad's era believed that there was something noble in being a good guy - the kind of guy that lived straight and narrow told the truth and stood up for what he believed was right.

My dad is a really honest hardworking straight guy.

My dad's gay experiences really had a very positive influence on me and my straight relationships - how to better accept all the weirdness and ambiguity and ups and downs and paradoxes. I knew from the beginning I was writing about love.

My brother Bob doesn't want to be in government - he promised Dad he'd go straight.

Father told me that if I ever met a lady in a dress like yours I must look her straight in the eyes.

When I was straight I had the courage and energy to become an actress. I owe my career to my will to stop using.

The cool thing about writing is that there is really never a typical day. Sometimes I get a rhythm going and head off to work every morning and come home at night. Sometimes I'll write for two days straight and then be utterly blank for the next two.