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I wasn't angry with God that I lost my husband. I was devastated; I was broken. I still am, in many ways. But I feel like God gives free will to everyone, and people who want to choose evil, they have that same free will.

I am overwhelmed with gratitude, and my heart is full. 'American Sniper' has broken records, which follows such an honest path of Chris's life.

My hope for this country is that we remain a people who value freedom, who have the courage to face the realities with faithful hearts instead of anxious ones.

I'm not a fan of people romanticizing their loved ones in death.

I think I've been inspired by Chris and his ability to be raw and genuine and admit flaws and let it be whatever it is. That's something I'm trying to do, too, is just be real... That way ends up being very healing with people.

We can't legislate human nature.

I think when you suffer a tremendous loss, everybody needs love and support in tangible ways. And that's what people have done for us.

Common sense to one person might be something different to another.

Our main goal is to honor God and to honor this country by honoring and serving those families who serve.

When you're trained for battle, the idea is that it will be man against man.

I think that sometimes you can be an example of what to do and what not to do, and I think most of the time I'm an example of what not to do.

I think that God prepared me for Chris's death in some ways, because I've seen other people lose their spouses. I've known for a long time that life isn't fair.

Common sense to one person might be something different to another.

From the days of Cain and Abel, we know all too well there will always be evil. But that evil shouldn't take away our freedoms.

I have learned in my life that my plans don't matter. It's God's plan.

That was essential to my journey: the ability to love children while simultaneously having your heart broken.

I think it's a mistake to miss out on joy just because you have pain.

I wasn't angry with God that I lost my husband. I was devastated; I was broken. I still am, in many ways. But I feel like God gives free will to everyone, and people who want to choose evil, they have that same free will.

You like to be independent, but you will need to learn to ask for help. It doesn't make you weak.

I'd realize it's not worth our time to worry. You do your best, and God will put the right people in your path.