If I can get my dress on, my weight is under control.

All my momma's people were very musical. My grandpa, who was the Pentecostal minister, he was a great musician. He played the fiddle, he played the piano.

I embrace everybody for who and what they are.

Living in America and, of course, just being women in general, we've got more strength than we think we do.

I have a tendency to be awfully big-hearted and it's very hard for me to say no, even when I need to.

We're all God's children.

Dollywood is a family park, and all families are welcome. We do have a policy about profanity or controversial messages on clothing or signs. It is to protect the individual wearing or carrying them, as well as to keep down fights or problems by those opposed to it at the park.