“Being a stepmom is not about power or control , it's about struggle within yourself and doing what it right for your stepchild(ren) and how comfortable, happy they are in their family and childhood.”

“Being a BONUSmom is learning about strengths you didn't know you had, and dealing with fears you didn't know existed and having patience that you didn't know that you possessed”

“No one is in control of your happiness but you; therefore, you have the power to change anything about yourself or your life that you want to change”

“Life is about balance. The good and the bad. The highs and the lows. The thing everyone should realize is that the key to happiness is being happy by yourself and for yourself. Happiness comes from within. You have the power to change your own mindset so that all the negative, horrible thoughts that try to invade your psyche are replaced with happy, positive, wonderful thoughts.”

“This isn't about being a good friend..""No, you're right.. It's about family. You're my family, stupid.”

“Courage isn't just about being brave. It's about overcoming fear and daring to do what is right for your fellow man.”

“A power struggle collapses when you withdraw your energy from it. Power struggles become uninteresting to you when you change your intention from winning to learning about yourself.”