We all want what every girl wants: to look fabulous while we're out there ruling the world.

Every girl wants to play Bridget Jones.

I don't look like a white woman. I look Somali.

I don't do anything by myself. I have a whole crew to get me ready every day.

On my 50th birthday in 2005, my discount-wielding AARP card came in the mail. I hurled it in the trash, put on something fabulous, and had a decadent meal. Just the thought of putting it in my wallet felt like a concession.

I vowed to myself when I got married that I would cook every night. I find it very therapeutic.