Cindy Crawford Quotes

How many girls, models or not, are secure about their bodies? I think I'm more realistic about what to expect of myself now. I also have a lot of other things than modeling going on in my life that I'm proud of.

Even in normal life, I'm not the skinniest model.

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.

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

I have cellulite. I admit it. But sometimes I just say, 'Screw it, I am going to wear a bikini.'

I hated turning 40; the whole idea of it stank. But once I got through it, I was fine.

In the studio, I do try to have a thought in my head, so that it's not like a blank stare.

I don't waste as much time at work because I'd rather spend it with my kids.

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'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 think women see me on the cover of magazines and think I never have a pimple or bags under my eyes. You have to realize that's after two hours of hair and makeup, plus retouching. Even I don't wake up looking like Cindy Crawford.

Modern women - we're very good at keeping ourselves busy. There are PTA meetings, exercising, bake sales at school. I like that my life is not the same every day.

I just find that each year I try something new. You can't fight the march of time. To balance that out, each year you should develop one more good habit. It levels the playing field.

You start out happy that you have no hips or boobs.All of a sudden you get them, and it feels sloppy. Then just when you start liking them, they start drooping.

But some people don't appreciate my bossiness.

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.

They were doing a full back shot of me in a swimsuit and I thought, Oh my God, I have to be so brave. See, every woman hates herself from behind.