In the real world, it is hard to be taken seriously as a woman. Use your brain and be smart about your choices. There's nothing wrong with being a good girl - it's actually very attractive and sexy.

I drink a lot of water and I never leave the house without putting on moisturizer and lip gloss.

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

My family and my friends are most important to me. These people are my foundation.

Children are easily influenced, and I always want to do things I can be proud to show my kids someday.

It's okay to take time for yourself. We give so much of ourselves to others and we need to be fueled both physically and mentally. If we are in balance, it helps us in all our interactions.

Nashville is one of the greatest places for the best songwriters in the world. It's been fantastic to live there and to raise our family there. It's a great town.