If you had to describe yourself as a child in one word, what would it be?

Confident. I remember feeling that I had the world at my feet. I could be whatever I wanted. I felt smart and pretty. I played with the boys, but did it wearing a skirt. I had my own opinions and ideas and no doubt that I would be happy and successful.


Is there any trait your mother has that you hope you also have?
There are some traits I am fighting against! But seriously, my mom is a tough old bird. She raised two kids on her own, working several jobs at a time, underneath debt she got stuck with when my father left. She's a very tough cookie and loved and supported us unconditionally. I hope my kids feel as loved as I did.