I think the most enduring lesson I was taught through my experiences of being a Girl Scout was that I was a member of a larger community. I out-grew my uniforms and badges years ago, but the memories of visiting nursing homes or organizing Earth Day tree plantings or my summers camping with girls from all different backgrounds will stay with me always.

Have I been blind, have I been lost, inside myself and my own mind?

I think of myself as a musician and not a celebrity. Celebrity status is something you have to deliberately pursue - I couldn't imagine myself seeking that.

I'm on this search trying to figure out exactly who I am and what I have to say to people.

I wish I had appreciated my youth - I should have worn tighter clothing when I could have!

It's funny, I remember doing the Johnny Carson show, and, uh, I couldn't afford my rent.

Poetry comes alive to me through recitation.