I used to sing in the church choir. People would say it was unusual for such a small girl to have such a big voice. They would say, 'She sounds like she's grown.'

I accept any challenge.

If it’s meant for me, it will be.' Those words are my mantra in life, and it has never let me down.

It's not a diet, it's a way of life that teaches you better skills. For years, I felt like I could never have ice cream, but now I can eat ice cream occasionally!

I love being outside and feeling free, so I jog or ride my bike. Some days I play basketball or tennis.

I slept with my mom until I was 16 years old.

You have to accept the plan and realize that if you slip, and you might, you can’t use that as a reason to give up or stop.