What sort of mom do you think you'll be? Strict, fun, neurotic? With the Southern side of me, and since I know what it is to have and to have not, I assume that I'm going to be pretty strict. I believe in manners and in saying yes, ma'am, and yes, sir. That's just how I was raised. I believe in having respect for your elders, and I also believe in children learning the value of money. My son will have a work ethic and chores, just like I did.

And talk about work ethic: You've juggled Earl, a pregnancy, and a clothing line. Why did you start your own line, when it seems like you certainly have enough to keep you busy? As a kid, I always, always loved fashion and interior design, and being in the business, I'm around fashion on a daily basis. One of the things I've noticed, especially from [being around] my girlfriends who have kids, is that you want something that's quick and easy and comfortable but still cute and sexy. And it also needs to be washable, because no one has the time to go to the cleaners. Which is a lot to ask for in a piece of clothing, I know. So I wanted to design a line that's for the everyday woman - affordable, all-staple pieces that you can keep in your closet and mix and match with everything for the next five to 10 years. It's for women of every shape - whether you're a size 12, a 14, or a four.

Are you involved in the design of it? Oh honey, I'm involved in it every step of the way. You bet. I'm wearing it right now, in fact. It's also perfect for when you're pregnant or have just had a baby.

Speaking of that baby, when are you going to take him home to North Carolina? As soon as possible! The doctor told me that he can fly at six weeks, so in July, we'll be heading back. I can't wait.