I feel like it's important to use this gift God gave me, my life and my career to do something to make the world a better place. It's an easy thing for me to do.

Not only do I know how to milk a cow, but I know how to herd a bunch of cows, too, which is a life skill that I think may come in handy someday.

Let freedom ring, let the white dove sing, let the weak be strong, let the right be wrong... it's Independence Day.

You have to stick to your guns and still know when to be flexible. That's something I've had to learn-which battles to fight.

I love to get books, because I love to read.

I was into all kinds of music as a teen - country music, because my dad was in a band that played country, and whatever my sister and brother were into.

I like the creativity of planning a party, or cooking and taking care of people, creating a memorable meal or event.