I did indulge myself in a lot of history reading, to inform myself as to who the real woman was. As far as other actresses’ portrayals, though, I tried to stay clear. It muddles your process, I find.

It's fun to come back to the town where I went to school and see all the new Wildcat players

Friendship is a priceless gift, that cannot be bought or sold. But it's value is far greater than a mountain made of gold. For gold is cold and lifeless, it can neither see nor hear. And in time of trouble, it is powerless to cheer. So when you ask God for a gift, be thankful if he sends not diamonds, pearls or riches, but the love of real true friends.

A hug is the perfect gift, one size fits all, everyone likes them and no-one cares if it is given back.

Touch is... one of the most ancient transactions, a defiance of the plasma membrane and the loneliness it brought.

Don't say you love somebody and then change your mind ... Love isn't like picking what movie you want to watch.

You have to work hard for what you want to achieve and you have to set goals and dreams and really go for them.