I've tried and failed a lot. But I've also tried to be really clear about my brand. It is who I am. I'm a mum, I'm a wife, I'm 44 and from the Midwest.

If people would treat themselves with the same kind of love they give to their friends, that would be such a great gift we could give ourselves.

I don't see my skin aging. I see my skin looking as good, or better, than it did ten years ago...and that makes me smile.

But some people don't appreciate my bossiness.

I've tried and failed a lot. But I've also tried to be really clear about my brand. It is who I am. I'm a mum, I'm a wife, I'm 44 and from the Midwest.

I'm all-American. Sexy but not intimidating. Not the kind of woman who's going to steal someone's husband.

I wasn't the most popular girl in school by any means.