We mothers of grown-up daughters tend to view them with a mixture of love, exasperation, irritation and awe.

I am dating, but it is hard to find someone quick enough and funny enough. I am quite demanding.

I don't despise, because no-one should live rent-free inside your head.

I come from a family of traders; my grandmother and my mother were very good at making money.

When I was about 17, I had a row with my mother and left home for six months, renting a flat and working as a waitress for a while. I learnt you could double your earnings if you gave good, cheerful service. It taught me that in any job you can improve your lot.

Being rich and miserable has got to be better than poor and unhappy.

Every mother and daughter should make time for a trip together. It's good for the soul.