My mom, we had a relationship. I knew she loved me. I always knew she loved me. But she didn't, openly or overtly, express, you know, affection and love. But I - I knew. I knew she did.

I went through about seven years of trying. And through artificial insemination. And through medication. And all of which was unsuccessful.

I've chosen never to go on welfare. I feel as though it is my responsibility to do what I can to provide for my children.

I am responsible. Yes, I have chosen to be single.

I'm providing myself to my children. I'm loving them unconditionally, accepting them unconditionally.

That was always a dream of mine, to have a large family, a huge family.

Are we defined by our choices? Our behavior? Our actions? No. I don't believe that defines our worth.