But America was built by optimists. Optimists like my friend Amanda, who recently started a small business. When she went to buy her website address-her first and last name-she found that someone already owned it, but wasn't using it. So my friend emailed the owner of the site to ask if she could buy it. The owner wrote back.

I could never give up Mexican food. Nachos are usually my go-to if I'm courtside at an NBA game. I always, always get my picture taken with my mouth wide open and a tortilla chip sticking out of it!

My mother gave me one piece of advice that stuck with me. She said don't forget where you came from.

I was born in platform heels. I actually always fall down when I'm wearing flip-flops.

I love being a woman. I love the sexiness we get to exude. But the best thing about being a woman is the power we have over men.

The best sex I have ever had was with my vibrator.

I got my degree. More importantly, I got a key to American opportunity. That's who we are - a nation that rewards ambition with opportunity. Where hard work can lead to success, no matter where you start.