I want people to understand that there is a group of Christians out there who want to be more open and understanding and tolerant and loving of all kinds of people, even the people that don't believe in God at all.

I want to be a Christian like Christ - loving and accepting of other people.

I was on the cheerleading squad and drama and the choir, but I was friends with everybody. I was not a partier. I was too Type A and crazy about my grades, but I was still there at everything.

But there's the beauty of life beyond the bubble. It's possible for someone to see your wicked bits and still love you.

I read my Bible and I pray and all of that. I really do. But at the same time, I dont think being gay is a sin. Period.

I get joy, and actually, a high... by putting a quarter in a meter.

All my life, I'd been on the receiving end of my mother's endless tenderness and vigilant care. Being allowed to care for her during her recovery was a gift – the most rewarding experience in my life.