I never dreamed that shooting a film would be so hard. There was less regulation then of child actors' hours. Even the concept of acting confused me.

I've triumphed over addiction.

I've stood my ground in life, alone, even against overwhelming forces with the might and money to crush me.

I've overcome neglect and deprivation, abandonment and abuse.

Ryan finally came to my rescue. He'd thought working together in Paper Moon would help us bond.

My children forgave me at a time when I could barely forgive myself.

I have a temper, but I wouldn't call me abusive.