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" It's become another dimension to who I am. I don't think Sports Illustrated is going to be wanting me. But who cares? I'm at a different place in my life. "

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" Even in normal life, I'm not the skinniest model. "

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" The good thing about people underestimating models is that the bar is set so low, you tend to impress people more easily. "

" Our family room, where we live, is about togetherness and ease. Nothing in my house is too formal. There are no coasters on tables; the kids can eat Popsicles on the couch if they want to. I let them ride these little cycles we got for them when they were 3 that have rubber wheels and no pedals. "

" But I try to steal other moments. Sometimes I get up very early in the morning and enjoy a quiet house and cup of tea before the craziness begins. Other times, I'll take a quick walk on the beach. You can find peace in a few minutes. "

" Obviously, your family life is the priority, but there's still other stuff you have to get done in a day. I think the way I make it work is by taking care of myself, and that includes fitness and eating right and all those things, but also by being very organized and punctual. "

" The face you have at age 25 is the face God gave you, but the face you have after 50 is the face you earned. "

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" I want my home to look good, feel good, and smell good. I want it to be inclusive, to reflect the people who live there. "

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" Twitter is just like posting old-fashioned press releases, and it can be very effective in promoting your business interests and charity work. "

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