When Cornflake Girl was a hit single, I was working at a horrid mall clothing store and they had it on a tape that played over and over. My life at that time: I drank everyday, always too much. Boyfriend was a cheater/loser. College drop out w/ no experience or skills. Crappy apart w/ "friend" who took my things. Self-esteem – zero; Self-preservation – obsolete. One day Cornflake girl played and I heard "This isn't really happening" and "you bet your life it is" and it was like Tori reached out and slapped me. What on earth was I doing living life like it was some bad dream I'd wake up from – this was it and I was blowing it on a losing bet. She got me moving in the right direction that day.

But I was not a really a fan yet, I just was a little smarter! Then when Boys from Pele was released I saw the tour from 7th row center of a small venue (thanks to a friend who was a huge fan). It was an extremely emotional and powerful show for me. I can't explain it but it helped me continue the changes I needed to make to get going on the right path. I bought Boys and the other 2 cds right away and I have been listening ever since. I've gotten each cd as soon as they are released and have even seen a few concerts too. (I'm still a middle-class working girl though so I can't travel the country seeing all her concerts like some fans.)