“It is important to me to instill in [kids] a sense of compassion and respect for others.”

I know all the girls, but we all work a lot and don’t have time to hang out together. They’re all really nice; I’ve never had a problem with any model.

You have to believe in yourself and be strong.

Every work has the bad side, and people will be mean to you, and when you’re young, you don’t know how to defend yourself.

I like to go to the movies or read.

Modeling is a tough job, your co-workers are your rivals.

And I think I have learned more than any of those teenagers have in school.

Fashion is about good energy. It’s about feelings.

Don’t try to be what you’re not. If you’re nervous, be nervous. If you’re shy, be shy. It’s cute.

If you look around Brazil you see pregnant women everywhere.

I like jealous men. I love jealousy. I do.

We [me and my husban] like to honor both of our family traditions whenever possible.

Here in the big city people spend their time thinking about work and about money.

That’s what I have to give the people, good energy and good feelings.

I’s all about finding balance in your life.

As of now they are still very young so that has come in the form of dress up, make believe and singing songs.

I’ve never been to the gym. I do nothing.

Hoping to instill my love of learning in other children.

A sound system of play, and the ability to instill in the boys a desire to win.