I wouldnt change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes. – Ethel Merman
Mom claimed that I could carry a tune at 2 or 3 years of age. Maybe she was a little prejudiced. – Ethel Merman
Christmas carols always brought tears to my eyes. I also cry at weddings. I should have cried at a couple of my own. – Ethel Merman
At one time I smoked, but in 1959 I couldnt think of anything else to give up for Lent so I stopped – and I havent had a cigarette since. – Ethel Merman