I felt I had a responsibility to do the right thing. And then I wanted to do the right thing by my family and there was no handbook.

People's lives change dramatically over such a long time period, and I think that if you're still vital, and you're still interested in writing and things like that, of course your music evolves and reflects where you are in your life.

It's so hard [to be parent] and no matter how old you get and how experienced you get you're always scared you're going to screw it up and you're going to make a mistake.

Gays are the best, though - we just did Gay Pride in Long Beach and in Tampa. And they're the best audience. They're so enthusiastic. They come dressed up - it's really fun. They're crazy and I love them. They're sweet as can be. Even my macho husband, he has a great time, too. He's so cool, he doesn't care. He loves them.

I like Lady Gaga because I like that she pushes the envelope.

The great times were never as great as they seem in the rearview mirror.

With the power of conviction, there is no sacrifice.