I adore wearing gems, but not because they are mine. You can't possess radiance, you can only admire it.

You can't cry on a diamond's shoulder, and diamonds won't keep you warm at night, but they're sure fun when the sun shines.

John Wayne is as tough as an old nut and as soft as a yellow ribbon.

The ups and downs, the problems and stress, along with all the happiness, have given me optimism and hope because I am living proof of survival.

The problem with people who have no vices is that generally you can be pretty sure they're going to have some pretty annoying virtues.

I'm not worried about dying. I consult with God, my maker. And I don't have a lot of problems to work out. I'm pretty squared anyway.

I've never thought of my jewelry as trophies. I'm here to take care of it and to love it, for we are only temporary custodians of beauty.