I've gotten a lot of young gay kids come up to me and talk to me about how the little things I've said in the press has helped them come out to their parents, or just be open with who they are, and feeling invigorated by that. So that honestly means a lot to me to hear that the things that I say in the press, they do hear, and they see, and it helps them at least to start the conversation.
Open borders and the never-ending parade of illegal immigrants does nothing to build the national economy or the American culture.
When I was 13 my dream was to play the U. S. Open. Now it's to win it.
Being a human being is all about experiencing all of the wonders of the world and therefore as an actress, I'm open to any opportunity that may enrich my horizon.
I had really not been out of the United States much, except for Mexico. I thought, "Jesus Christ, this [Russia] is like a whole new world. " Instead of writing Michael Jackson one-glove jokes, all I had to do was go to these weird places and keep my eyes and ears open.
I always believed you could learn something from nearly everybody you meet, if you're open to it.
I've learned to keep my mind open to ideas from any source.
That is the mystery about writing: it comes out of afflictions, out of the gouged times, when the heart is cut open.
Try to keep an open mind.
A clear stream, a long horizon, a forest wilderness and open sky - these are man's most ancient possessions. In a modern society, they are his most priceless.
