I try to recognize that there is no such thing as having it all - and it's impossible to be perfect. You just have to let certain things go.
I think it's important to try to be present with whatever it is you're doing. And if you can't be present, take a break.
I really try to focus on my books and readers.
I write about relationships and I try to create real-life characters.
I try to be true to the characters that I've created and sometimes I disagree with them, but their opinions about the story and the characters really matter to me.
I'm not trying to convey a message, I'm just trying to tell a story.
I do not expect to get what I want, so I don't. And I don't even try.
You can't quantify love, and if you try, you can wind up focusing on misleading factors.