I posed nude to show my parents they couldn't dictate to me any more - that I control my life.

When I wake up, I always thank God. I'm grateful for another day, and he's allowed me this tiny thing that we should be appreciative of.

I've always wanted to adopt kids ever since I was 16 years old. I always said I'm going to adopt, I'm going to adopt. There's too many kids in the world that need love and attention, I can give it to them.

I love songs that people can dance to and enjoy at the same time.

I love my family and I miss them very much but I'm a new person now. I know a lot of people will not agree with what I've done, but it was right for me.

I think the deepest problem is between my parents and me. I just don't know if it will ever be the same.

I can honestly say that I am happier now than I have ever been. For the first time in my life I feel free.