I thought she was at least 17. It wasn't so much that she looked physically older; it was more she carried herself (as though she were) older.

They could almost be like a second family to her. They took her under their wing, treating her like a younger sister, as well as an equal.

She is very self-reliant and capable. While she handles some things like a 12-year-old still, I don't really have to worry about her like (I would with) other 12-year-olds. I am struck by the fact that she has kind of an old soul. She is extremely empathetic and wise beyond her years.

Broadcasters vote on the award, and Gretzky's got more friends in the media than the guy running the free buffet.

... among higher echelons of society there is a perception that leaders are increasingly selfish, and not helping those in need. We've called it a leadership pathology.

These incidents are not as rare as one might think.