I'm a home girl. I like to stay home

There was a period of time when I first moved to Nashville, like the first couple of years, that I was just simply lost. I didn't know who I was; I didn't know really what I was doing here. I was meant to be a singer, but I just felt lost. That's when I went on the search for my birth family.

I know one of the reasons God gave me kids was to test my patience.

In order to succeed, you can't be afraid to fail. Just do it and don't let anybody tell you you can't.

Stand up for what you believe. Follow your gut, which most of the time is your heart talking. This has been my hardest lesson. I have given this advice and not always followed it myself. The truth is, there is no other way.

It's not complicated to embrace life. You just have to make the choice.

When I'm lying wrapped up in your arms, the whole world just fades away. The only thing I hear is the beating of your heart.