I was on TV for almost sixteen weeks during American Idol. It's at the point now where it's old.

Well, financially it's a little bit better. But it's better than than when I was a teacher. But I kind of - it's allowed me to buy a house. And I've been able to help my mother with some stuff and my brother. So, that's nice.

Working with children with autism has provided me with an opportunity to see the world in a different way. I see them strive to overcome obstacles and persevere, and learn to persevere myself. They are my inspiration.

UNICEF is working for the survival of children worldwide. What can we do to get more Americans committed to the cause?

But I was going to be a teacher my entire life, so I wasn't counting on money to much.

The greatest glory never comes from falling, but from rising each time you fall.

I never knew that people made a club for me!