You work hard for what you want in life.

I am so tired of fear. And I don't want my girls to live in a country, in a world, based on fear.

Gardening has increased, community gardens have increased significantly. There are 50 percent more community gardens right here in Washington DC.

My children are very blessed.... That's why I think that mentoring is such a critical part of the role I can play in this position. I see how little bits of exposure and big bits of exposure really change my girls significantly, and I want that for more girls around the country and the world.

One of the things that attracted me to Barack [Obama] was his emotional honesty. Right off the bat he said what he felt. There are no games with him - he is who he appears to be.

Walk away from 'friendships' that make you feel small and insecure, and seek out people who inspire you and support you

Good health is multifaceted - it's physical, it's internal, it's my diet, and my emotional state. It's all tied in together.