I just want someone to hear what I have to say. And maybe if I talk long enough, it’ll make sense. - Ray Bradbury

I often use the metaphor of Perseus and the head of Medusa when I speak of science fiction. Instead of looking into the face of truth, you look over your shoulder into the bronze surface of a reflecting shield. Then you reach back with your sword and cut off the head of Medusa. Science fiction pretends to look into the future but it’s really looking at a reflection of what is already in front of us.

Acting without knowing takes you right off the cliff.

You don’t question Providence. If you can’t have the reality, a dream is just as good.