I wouldn't change one thing about my professional life, and I make it a point not to dwell on my mistakes. Ethel Merman on change
My beloved Mom and Pop always rated tops with each other, and that's the way it will always be. Ethel Merman on mom
Mom claimed that I could carry a tune at 2 or 3 years of age. Maybe she was a little prejudiced. Ethel Merman on mom
Mom and Pop were proud of my popularity, but from their point of view, show business was no way to make a living. Ethel Merman on mom
Eisenhower was my war hero and the President I admire and respect most. Ethel Merman on respect
I wouldn't trust any man as far as you can throw a piano. Ethel Merman on trust
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 on wedding
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 on christmas
At one time I smoked, but in 1959 I couldn't think of anything else to give up for Lent so I stopped - and I haven't had a cigarette since. Ethel Merman on easter
Everything's coming up roses - for me. Ethel Merman on valentines day