My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive;... - Maya Angelou

"I love to see a young girl go out and grab the world by the lapels. Life's a bitch. You've got to go out and kick ass."

"My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style."

"Love is like a virus. It can happen to anybody at any time."

"Making a decision to write was a lot like deciding to jump into a frozen lake."

"If you have only one smile in you give it to the people you love."