My dad would call me his Cuban princess because I had really dark olive skin because I was always in the sun; but I don't really go in the sun anymore, so that is why I am so white.

I think everything about my life is magical. I've struggled, and against most odds, I'm truly having the experience of living my dreams.

Everyone suffers some injustice in life, and what better motivation than to help others not suffer in the same way.

If someone is trying to bring you down, it only means you're above them.

Don't try to impress people. Always be yourself!

You always just have to be the best that you can be. And if you know that in your heart, then that's all that matters.

Dancing inspires my music. Having your girlfriends all together and just being free and happy.

I believe that anyone can become better,if you put in the effort.

I don't want to be that girl who has that same style all the time where the music always sounds exactly the same, and you always know it's her.

My makeup artist, Tonya Brewer, taught me the importance of moisturizing daily. Hydration is a must if you want pretty, dewy skin - which I love.

I love Michael Kors! I also love Miu Miu shoes - they're fabulous, I have so many pairs.

What I think was hardest for me to realize was that he had tried each time to stop himself. He had killed animals, taking lesser lives to keep from killing a child

A great tailor is like a great personal trainer - they tailor that suit to your natural physique.

A good reputation is more valuable than money.

That which is loved may pass, but love hath no end.

You don't feel sorry for yourself, you get on with life. (after not being picked starting goalie)

I take smack because I enjoy it. I enjoy all it makes me feel. I don't do it to be in with the in crowd. I can rock out with it.

Dimly lit restaurants always make me think they're trying to hide the food.

Companies are missing out on phenomenal skills and capabilities of experienced older job hunters: wealth of knowledge, expertise, seasoning, maturity. Companies need to be reminded of that.

We know what we have to do. I know I have to get up in the morning, put my underwear on first and then put my pants on first. I don't need people to tell me that.

Time is lord of thee: Thy wealth, thy glory, and thy name are his.