I thank God for my failures. Maybe not at the time but after some reflection. I never feel like a failure just because something I tried has failed.

I love the accomplishments and the awards that I've received through the years. But I've always worked more for the rewards than the awards. I've always counted my blessings before I've counted my money. I'm glad that new dreams come to me everyday.

A baby, a real live baby was the craziest thing a fan has sent. Someone left a baby on our front doorstep with a note that they wanted us to raise it. Of course, we contacted the authorities and they took care of the baby.

A lot of people have said I'd have probably done better in my career if I hadn't looked so cheap and gaudy. But I dress to be comfortable for me, and you shouldn't be blamed because you want to look pretty.

All of my brothers and sisters are very talented. They all sang all right.

A tree reaches below the surface to gather strength for stargazing.

I look at myself like a show dog. I've got to keep her clipped and trimmed and in good shape.