We all need that extra friend outside of our immediate family to talk about that extra stuff you wouldn't normally talk to your parents about.

Getting back on the surfboard after the [shark] attack was the hardest thing and I did it! After that, the hardest thing was my first competition.

Strive to find things to be thankful for and just look for the good in who you are!

Love God; love others; do your best in all you do, even if you fall short!

Being out there in the ocean, God's creation, it's like a gift He has given us to enjoy.

Like, with one arm I know I can surf, but competitive surfing can be really frustrating, and sometimes you don't do as well as you want to. It can be discouraging at times. But whenever I do get frustrated, I just focus on God.

I think sharks are beautiful creatures, and I don't think we should stop going in the ocean because of them. You drive down the road and you get in an accident, but most people end up driving down the road again. Surfing is you're going into their home and it's just a natural part of life.