This nation loves singing and loves acting.

I have never known stage-fright at any time.

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.

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

I sometimes get that wonderful sympathy between me and the audience, telling me I've reached their hearts. And when I do, the thrill is mine.

And when all is said and done, there is no greater success in the world than just being happy.

Ice cream was my undoing, and six chocolate milk shakes in a row were nothing to me at one time.