Some answers

Hello everyone,

Just checking in to answer some questions I have been getting from people lateley:

1. I have been married 19 years to the same guy. Its my first - and hopefully my only - marriage.

2. Yes, indeed, I do try to help the people on my show even if it doesn't appear that they are listening. I do it for several reasons. First, they may be listening but not able to acknowledge it. Its hard for people to say "I was wrong" especially when they are on national television. They may hear and understand me but are simply unable to say 'my bad' at the time. Or they might not understand what I am telling them at the time but when they watch themselves on the show later they might be able to hear me. The message might get through when they are no longer under the glare of the lights and are sitting comfortably at home. Second, I don't do it just for them. Millions of other people are listening as well. And its a lot easier for people to see the mistakes they are making themselves when they show up in other people. You would not believe the number of emails I get telling me how much what I told someone on the show helped them, the viewer.

3. Yes, I do have my "wisdoms" written down somewhere. I wrote a book called "My Mother's Rules" It explains just how I look at things and why I look at them that way. By the way, I consider my mother wise - not me- I just have a platform to share what she taught me.

4. I am sorry that I can't write, message or call people personally. But between emails, Myspace and letters I get hundereds of requests every week for advice, for help with careers or to support things. I am not altogether sure I am spending enough time with my own family!! :) But I read things and respond generlly to questions as best I can. Please know I appreciate the fact that you respect my opinion and watch the show.

Gotta go, motherhood calls. I am going into the kitchen. Wish me luck!