If I have to make a self-portrait, I would put poetry and rebellion on the list. To be able to walk on a wire, to be able to juggle six hoops, you need focus, another word for tenacity, which is passion.

I walk on the wire; it's my profession, and there are no two high wire walks alike.

If I see three oranges, I have to juggle. And if I see two towers, I have to walk.

It is treacherous on a high wire to change your focus point and suddenly look down.

Usually, when I walk on a wire, I inspect the anchor point on both sides before crossing.

If I am practicing on the wire, and you pushed me, I would not move, and if you take a piece of wood and beat me up on the shoulder and the head, I would not move. You would not put me out of balance. You would not be able to. I am solid as granite when I am on the tight rope, and I should be.