“I am beginning to measure myself in strength, not pounds. Sometimes in smiles.”

“I am getting better at smiling when people expect it.”

“I am so sorry. I wish you knew even one tenth of one percent of how sorry I am. ...It was my fault. Can I kill myself here, or should I do it outside, so the mess on your carpet doesn't upset your mother?”

“Homework is not an option. My bed is sending out serious nap rays. I can't help myself. The fluffy pillows and warm comforter are more powerful than I am. I have no choice but to snuggle under the covers.”

“The only number that would ever be enough is 0. Zero pounds, zero life, size zero, double-zero, zero point. Zero in tennis is love. I finally get it.”

“A scar is a sign of strength. . .the sign of a survivor.”

“I smile and play pretend through the Morning Show in the kitchen.”