I just want to be a nice girl from the Midwest - I don't want to have to act like a heavy to be taken seriously, and I resent that I have to be so pushy and political sometimes just to do my job.

I married someone whom I was close friends with first. I think that was a really good move.

I don't want my daughter to think she has to deprive herself to be pretty...It's all about balance and I can teach that best by living it.

I always knew I wanted to have children.

Being on set with my daughter watching her in front of the camera was a fantastic experience. I am so proud of her.

Our family room, where we live, is about togetherness and ease. Nothing in my house is too formal. There are no coasters on tables; the kids can eat Popsicles on the couch if they want to. I let them ride these little cycles we got for them when they were 3 that have rubber wheels and no pedals.

But some people don't appreciate my bossiness.