It was scary, and I knew what it was like to be an unemployed actress again.

The only problem with the way they do my character is that they have her get redeemed too early.

My children are the focal point of my life. I was asking for a little more time to spend with them.

If I was a bad character that got away with murder like we see on other shows, I do not think I would like it because that sends a message that you can do these horrible things and never pay for it.

We were led to a pediatric ophthalmologist. It's a hard date for me, April 14, 1998. The doctor came back from the examining room and told us she had tumors in both eyes.

CBS started to confiscate our packages and mail as a safety procedure. A lot of packages that people send for the holidays and to our kids we can't open. A lot of times they are from overseas. It's very upsetting at times.

There is really a whole new appreciation when you leave and then come back.