“You don't have to be in shape to bowl. It's the only sport where there's a way to signal for a cocktail waitress.”

Every now and again I just really have to have that steak or lamb chop. But yeah, B.C. - before cancer - I would eat red meat probably three or four times a week, easily. I am convinced that the amount of red meat I contributed to it.

Venture outside your comfort zone. To stop growing is to stop living.

I’m grateful I had the strength to fight. It takes courage to believe the best is yet to come, especially when you are flat on your back and don’t know if you’re going to see tomorrow. I’m no Pollyanna, but I believe optimism is a choice — a muscle that gets stronger with use. Right foot, left foot…just keep moving.

My mama told me in college, 'I love you, and you're God's child, but natural beauty will only take you so far.'

You can be fearful or fearless...I chose the latter

I cannot believe how fine I am with being bald.