We cannot close ourselves off to information and ignore the fact that millions of people are out there suffering.

It is wonderful to hear of the relief efforts that are finally coming to New Orleans and the rest of the region, but as well all know, it is simply not going to be enough.

I see myself as mom first. I'm so lucky to have that role in life. The world can like me, hate me or fall apart around me and at least I wake up with my kids and I'm happy.

When I was growing up I never babysat. I was considered to 'punk rock' to be trusted with kids.

I think I connect to people who could be written off as wild or dark, or who are just full of fire and looking for a place to put that fire. It's an important lesson to learn, and it's something I did learn: you live on behalf of others and you're happier and you have purpose. And you have a great excuse to have all that fire.

Just start off with the same goals in mind. If you have the same values, same goals then you'll be on track for the same future.

I think I should learn French and be a better cook - basic, really good life stuff.