The Simpsons take up so little time that I'm able to do other things as well.

I have feelings too - like 'My stomach hurts' or 'I'm going crazy!'

The humor is essentially dark for a cartoon and sophisticated. But at the same time, being a cartoon gives the writers more freedom than in a normal sitcom. It always pushes the line that, despite human failings, the Simpsons are really decent people.

Outside of interviews, I spend very little time thinking about myself. I spend time thinking about my writing and my children and other things that are pertinent.

Enjoy the satisfaction that comes from doing little things well.

By the time I was five, I was a little diva.