"I'm a very gentle person. I don't like violence."

"I'm a survivor. I've been through a lot, but I'm still here."

"Be content to be what you are; shiny stones and silver bangles only make you look what you really are."

"I believe in the power of music to heal and uplift."

"Miss Vicki and I had one thing in common – our minds stopped at ten! (Loud laughter). You have to realize that about yourself."