My feeling is that maintaining financial independence is also a healthy way to keep my feet on the ground.

I built my entire life on the idea of independence.

Keep your eyes on the stars, and your feet on the ground.

I am a committed observer. I like staying in the background and seeing what's going on.

These days, everything is magnified very quickly by the media - the slightest slip can turn into a catastrophe.

Being First Lady is playing supporting act. I am not seeking notoriety and I am not seeking to grab the limelight.