Having Zoe saved my life. It was my wake-up call. There were so many things I didn't want to pass on to her.

It's from our sufferings that we form our consciousness.

I took solace in my relationship with God who, along with my dog, was my best friend growing up.

I'm a shy person. I don't know if it's in my DNA to share with the world.

A group of us started a community center in Santa Monica. We've tried different programs, and three have worked really well. A poetry group. Once a week we visit Venice High and talk to girls at risk.