We did great business after the blizzard.

The technique is like water skiing. You want to be at a pretty good speed, otherwise it's pond swimming rather than skimming.

If only all that January rain had been snow.

We've had a lot of kids who were dropped off.

I didn't learn a lot about business, because I've already run companies. I learned more about myself. I have always told people that they could do anything if they were motivated. But when we produced a children's book in 48 hours, I realized I really could do anything if I am focused.

Creativity is a renewable resource. Challenge yourself every day. Be as creative as you like, as often as you want, because you can never run out. Experience and curiosity drive us to make unexpected, offbeat connections. It is these nonlinear steps that often lead to the greatest work.