It's important that the kids stay busy. It's important that they have something to focus on, and something that they feel good about.

I have always loved a challenge.

I do believe that separation can be a bit damaging at times. To be happy about yourself and your culture and all of that is necessary and fulfilling, but the whole tapestry is what's important.

I love the theater because the theater is alive. The audience is right there.

I never feel as though I'm ever, ever alone.

I have a blessed life. I really do. I have a great family, a great daughter, I love life, I love living, I love people. I love all the blessings that God's given me.

We were taking collections for people with AIDS in New York around Easter.