She [my mother] struggled, abusing alcohol for quite some time, and so we just kind of drifted apart. I went to college. But I dedicate the book to her because she is the true champion of the family. She kept our family together. She provided us with a roof over our head. She always worked.

My personal life is in the spotlight, but people say what they want to say. The truth isn't in the spotlight, I should say. I'm in the spotlight, but not the truth.

No one wants to lose, period. It should hurt, it should sting, and you don't want to feel that feeling again.

I like to read books and be alone; I'm not social butterfly person.

I love pedicures. And, yes, I have a ton of shoes.

I am going to be a professional soccer player.

If you truly expect to realize your dreams, abandon the need for blanket approval. If conforming to everyone's expectations is the number one goal, you have sacrificed your uniqueness, and therefore your excellence.