When I went to Los Angeles right after high school, I got some acting jobs, and I never, ever wanted to be an actress! Public speaking and acting make me want to vomit. But I have never been nervous singing. When it comes to public speaking, I stumble on my words, sweat, and pull at my clothes.

This is my life; these are my fingerprints; I'm unique; this is what I want to do. You worry about your own front porch and what's happening in your own world.

My friends and family are my support system. They tell me what I need to hear, not what I want to hear and they are there for me in the good and bad times. Without them I have no idea where I would be and I know that their love for me is what's keeping my head above the water.

As a mom, you just don't have time, so you get straight to the point.

I'm sorry I'm crying again on national television.

You need to be happy with who you are and, whoever that is, let your little light shine.

I'll spread my wings and I'll learn how to fly. I'll do what it takes till I touch the sky.