Public and employer opinion often defeat society's best interests with a prejudice against middle-aged women.

I was always daydreaming about singing in big productions on Broadway.

I love animals to the extent that my home is my dog's home! Which means that nothing is too good for my Freckles-chairs, couches, beds. But I do draw the line on chipmunks nibbling at my table linens, bedding, blankets, etc.

Because of my voice, speaking words which had been carefully chosen, women had used money they had set aside for other purposes to buy war bonds.

I learn my songs by ear.

I am continually embarrassed by people who point me out as an example of what can be done without training.

I have personally believed in every product I have ever advertised.