TV was my hobby. I loved the glitz. I loved how hot everybody was.

I am so proud of 'Top Chef' - I think it's got great cred.

I've really hung in there with my BlackBerry. The main reason I like it better than an iPhone is that I can type better. I saw Rachel Zoe using a white one and I was jealous. The risk, of course, is that it could look like a Lady BIC. I've just learned to own it though.

Follow your passion. Be yourself, but check yourself before you wreck yourself.

I talk, watch TV, spout opinions, schmooze, negotiate, talk some more, play games, and have a little cocktail.

After three straight years of writing, though, I definitely needed a break to just go live my life.

I'm a lifetime St. Louis Cardinals fan.