I had the most expensive haircut you can get, and I was walking around with my hair in rollers backstage, and my hair still came out looking like I was shot out of a cannon and I had just gotten out of bed.

My mistakes have been some of the best teachers of my life.

You can have sex with whomever you want to; you're not trapped with the person you had the baby with. You can pick the name, religion, schools, what they wear. There's no consulting - you call all the shots. Single motherhood is an amazing thing; it's a blessing.

You know where nice people end up? On welfare.

Historically, most women who are powerful are seen as not being nice, even if they are.

When you're following your inner voice, doors tend to eventually open for you, even if they mostly slam at first.

Baby-carrying means your hearts are close together. It's a very intense and beautiful way to bond with your baby, very intimate. It's also easier than a stroller.