A trophy carries dust. Memories last forever.

If I had a bad performance in a particular leotard, I threw it in the trash.

Many medal winners dream of competing in a sport other than the one they're famous for.

There are so many negatives in our society. To be on the cover of a magazine these days, you have to have been through drug rehab three times. What message is this giving to young people? But there are positives in our society. And I try to surround myself with good-natured, positive people.

I cant justify taking money away from hungry kids and needy schools to pay for the Games when corporations are willing to write the checks.

I usually don't mind giving autographs, but when hundreds of folks with paper and pen start coming at you, it's time to seek shelter.

Optimism is a happiness magnet. If you stay positive, good things and good people will be drawn to you.