I've been through a lot of things in my personal and family life. That turned me into a fighter. I always strive to be the best I possibly can.
I think it's my personality to overcome things, learn from them and become stronger, both personally and professionally. To be honest, I welcome those hardships.
There are so many different walks of life, so many different personalities in the world. And no longer do you have to be a chameleon and try and adapt to that environment - you can truly be yourself.
My life is a beautiful struggle.
I am pushed by my critics. I don't want to say I want to prove them wrong, but it pushes me on the field to play with a chip on my shoulder, and I play best when I have a chip on my shoulder.
One thing I've learned through all the ups and downs is that if you're doing things right, then you have a core group of people. Not just a core group like your homies or your buddies, but a group of people that has a good influence on you, who you respect and admire, and you know that if they're on your side, you're doing something right.
I take everything with a grain of salt.
My confidence comes from the daily grind - training my butt off day in and day out.
I am proud of who I am, and nobody's going to steal that.
I like to read books and be alone; I'm not social butterfly person.
I know I can't dance. I am the worst dancer. I have no rhythm. I just do step-and-snap. I love it in the privacy of my own home and every once in a while at a club. But singing and dancing are my two greatest fears.
I try to live my life one day at a time, and if I look too far in advance, I get really stressed.
I have an attitude. It's what I do. I'm edgy. I have an attitude.
I played in Europe and it was a great experience, not just because of my team-mates and the coaches we had, but from the fans and the city itself - I played in Gothenburg and I played in Lyon and soccer was everywhere.
I think the concept of seeking fame and fortune in women's football in the States is a bit idyllic. Look at all the teams in America that have folded, and the leagues.
I never go on Facebook! I like, haven't confirmed anybody to be my friend on Facebook. I have lots of friends; I'm just really bad at Facebook.
My personal life is in the spotlight, but people say what they want to say. The truth isn't in the spotlight, I should say. I'm in the spotlight, but not the truth.
I don't need a captain's band to lead a team to victory.
Athletes are extremists. When they're training, it's laser focus.
Of course Seattle loves soccer. You can see from the men's Seattle Sounders team.
