No matter what great things you accomplish, somebody helps you.

I don't consciously try to be a role model, so I don't know if I am or not. That's for other people to decide.

I would be disappointed if I were remembered as a runner because I feelthat my contribution to the youth of America has far exceeded the woman who was the Olympic champion.

When the sun is shining I can do anything; no mountain is too high, no trouble too difficult to overcome.

But when you come from a large, wonderful family, there's always a way to achieve your goals.

I ran and ran and ran every day, and I acquired this sense of determination, this sense of spirit that I would never, never give up, no matter what else happened.

I'm in my prime. There's no goal too far, no mountain too high.