I caught a lot of flak for being a young mama.

I seemed so different from other kids; I grew up in church and felt a connection with God, and a lot of kids my age really didn't understand that.

I want to still be singing at 70 years old. I want to be open to the dreams I haven't even dreamed up.

I knew exactly what I was doing. You can't accidentally take a whole bottle of pills.

I want people to just to see, all you got to do is have a little faith.

When I realized I was having trouble reading, I was too embarrassed to ask for help. Some teachers believed in me, but I just wasn't focused on school - I was into the music and trying to please my dad.

Have a little faith. Don't give up.