On Dec. 10, 2000, I learned I was free of cancer.

I'm sure that blondes have more fun, but I think that as a brunette I might work more.

I know many people have said it before, but there is nothing a cup of coffee and a new pair of shoes can't fix!

What happens when it’s 2 a.m. and you’re alone in a hotel room with the devil’s minibar? Minibar – one; Marissa – zero.

I grew up in Bedford, N.Y., and it was close enough to Jones Beach on Long Island that every summer my mother would pack the car for the day, and we would drive to the beach!

I work out every day, and I eat 1,200 calories. Heres the truth - like Ive said to everybody, Every diet works if you follow the diet.

I am the youngest of four siblings, and were all so close. I dont know where I would be without my brothers and sister. I secretly believe that my parents love me the most!

I work out every day, and I eat 1, 200 calories. Here's the truth - like I've said to everybody, 'Every diet works if you follow the diet.'

Don’t whittle your potential, just because others don’t believe in you. The only worthy question is “Do You Believe in You?

I try not to let other people's problems problem me.

The experience of the expert is an advantage to them only for as long as it enables them to learn faster than the novice

It's been said that people see what they want to see. For that exact reason, look for the good in people, rather than the bad.

Oh, Celie, unbelief is a terrible thing. And so is the hurt we cause others unknowingly.

I haven't been living anywhere because I've been on tour for the past two years.

Even when I'm about to die I like to sound interesting and special. It was just talk.

You're authentic when you're honest.

Success is a very hideous thing. Its false resemblance to merit deceives men.

Ah, never shall the land forget How gush'd the life-blood of the brave, Gush'd warm with hope and courage yet, Upon the soil they fought to save!