I guess not being able to hear just made me adventurous and daring. And in most cases, that didn't make my parents very happy with me.

Every one of us is different in some way, but for those of us who are more different, we have to put more effort into convincing the less different that we can do the same thing they can, just differently.

I listen to Billy Joel. He is fabulous. I saw him with Elton John when they toured together, it was so great.

I'm different, and my manner invites questions. I'm never afraid to answer.

I have made the choices that work best for me. I know I cannot please everyone, and that's fine.

The best feeling in the world is when your child comes up to you and lays their head in your lap, for no other reason but just because. I can't wait to have more.

You can do anything if you set your mind to it. Look out for kids, help them dream and be inspired. We teach calculus in schools, but I believe the most important formula is courage plus dreams equals success.