Quotes about "Retirement & Later Life"

I've always been open about my life not because my story is unique, but because it isn't. ”

I always stand out by the voting lines on Election Day, and I can't tell you how many people say, 'I've never voted for a Democrat in my life, but I'm splitting my ticket for you.' They're more engaged and thoughtful than we give them credit for. ”

Real Texans don't want any woman to die of cancer because she can't get decent health care or medical advice. Real Texans don't want any woman to lose control of her life because she can't get birth control. ”

I like a quiet life. ”

I think it's a question which particularly arises over women writers: whether it's better to have a happy life or a good supply of tragic plots. ”

I don't know how many times I can sit there and talk about my character or my life. It's interesting to talk about experiences in the context of something you're doing for somebody else, and particularly if you can persuade others to join you in your support. ”

I feel that I have such an abundance in my life, and once you've seen how many people suffer and how little it takes for you to actually change their lives for the better, it's hard not to do something. ”

I think there is something for all of us where you find a balance in your life, where you feel that everything you do isn't about your own creature comforts or satisfying your own appetites. Some of it has to be directed outward and there is a huge satisfaction in that. ”

Oh my gosh, if I could be on '30 Rock', my life would be made. That is my favorite show. My absolute favorite show. ”

Weddings are really good for making you feel terrible about yourself if you're not where you want to be in life. ”