When I told my parents I wanted to be an actor, it was like saying I wanted to be an astronaut. Not because it was highfalutin' in any way - just because they didn't know anybody in that field. They were anxious of a profession they knew nothing about.
I have frequently gained my first real insight into the character of parents by studying their children.
I donot sleep with happily married men.
Think of your pension and start saving. Like my father, I have been a spendthrift, and I regret that.
No matter whether you're an Olympic swimmer or you're someone who doesn't like to swim, your kids should learn this life skill. You can't be next to them every second, so they must be able to relax in the water and get themselves to safety.
When you're at a public pool or in your friend's backyard, knowing that your kids can get in and out of the water and protect themselves can make all the difference in the world. Something as simple as being able to flip over and get to the ladder can save a life. You can start your kids in lessons as early as you want - it's never too soon.
My parents wanted us to be pool-safe, so I had lessons when I was 18 months old. I would like to share with all the parents out there that I was that kid who cried during every one of my lessons. But it wasn't an option for my parents; we had a backyard pool, so I needed to learn how to swim.
The more sleep you get in before the clock turns midnight, the more rested you feel no matter what time your alarm goes off.
I think we are defined as human beings through our families, no matter what kind of family - through our relationships with parents, brothers and sisters.
My parents were so poor when I was a kid, I never went anywhere. I take our youngsters with us because I don't know anything that teaches them so much.
I want to upset people, I want to make people think, I want to keep people interested.
I'm very inspired by past music.
For me, one of the important things about keeping vocally healthy is warming up and making sure I'm aware where my voice is at, drinking lots of water and getting plenty of sleep, and just taking care of myself with exercise and eating healthy.
I think it's up to the parents to discern what their child is watching on television.
I am such a political person.
I can't imagine what it is like to be raised in a society where their only statues that exist are to you and your father.
I did go to Wellesley, a women's college. And I am of a kind of strange generation which is transitional in terms of women who wanted to go out and get jobs.
