I grew up just outside of Austin, and my upbringing was fairly rural.

Models are just mannequins seeking validation at the hands of sleazy fashion people.

You can't respect yourself if you're afraid to be who you are.

I have always been very rebellious and gone against the grain. I've always challenged the standards set before me.

It requires bravery to do something no one else around you is doing.

What I really love about the Playboy bunny outfit, is it's all about a woman's silhouette.

You feel better when you're eating food that retains nutritional value.

It's my job in Hollywood to find roles where I get to be a character not a bathing suit.

If you want to do something, you find a way.

All I've ever needed is myself.

I personally think that if you deny something or if you hide something you're inadvertently admitting it's wrong.

Light does not have to beg darkness to shine.

Freedom is my soul-spirit set free from any chains.

End of Construction. Thank you 'for your patience. " Inscription on Ruth Bell Graham's grave -- inspired hy a road sign she saw.

The idea of molding men means a lot to me.

My dad has always been my coach. And I've spent so much time with him. So he's one of my best friends. And I can talk to him about everything.

Our Hispanic community needs to understand how important the Social Security system is for not only its retired citizens, but also its disabled workers.

I knew my motivations for going to each place and what I was looking for. If I don't do that then I generally don't write about my travels.

I am very pleased it has all been resolved. I wanted to stay at the club and they wanted me too, there was never a problem. There were only a few small matters to sort out.

Whenever I pick up a book I think, "Tell me something I don't know."