I have been called the human jukebox, yes. But karaoke is not meant for people who can sing!

I've grown up a lot. I've become more independent. I can talk to my parents more like friends. When I was going to college, I was still only an hour away from them.Now, after Idol and touring all over the place, I feel like I have become a lot more independent.

I feel like I'm a product of this generation where everybody listens to charts with diverse music.

I'm not a drama person, but when you can make a movie in song form in three-and-a-half minutes, it's surreal.

You can do anything you put your mind to. I believe in all of you. Never doubt yourself, even if everyone around you is doubting you. Stand tall. Prove them all wrong.Each and every one of you have something amazingly special about you and don’t let anyone tell you any different. Thank you for being my fans.. and my friends. Thank you for giving me a reason to sing. Thank you for being you.

Every Wednesday, my husband and I have a study group with our friends. I attend church. We try to devote time in the morning, say a prayer.

I have to stay hydrated so I don't pass out onstage!