The ultimate of being successful is the luxury of giving yourself the time to do what you want to do.

The way I was taught, being black was a plus, always. Being a human being, being in America, and being black, all three were the greatest things that could happen to you. The combination was unbeatable.

Accomplishments have no color.

If I do have some success, I'd like to enjoy it, for heaven's sake! What is the point of having it otherwise?

Who I am is the best I can be.

The ultimate of being successful is the luxury of giving yourself the time to do what you want to do.

A healthy sex life. Best thing in the world for a woman's voice.