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What a year it's been for Susan Boyle! The Scottish singing sensation's debut album, I Dreamed a Dream, is at the top of the charts worldwide. We caught up with Boyle to talk about her life-changing year, and how fame has affected her cat, Pebbles!

I go home to Scotland. I take time out. I see my friends and family. I shop in the local shops. I always say that I take baby steps anyway so that I can handle each step as it comes along.

I still have my former life. I still live in the same house. My life hasn't changed. I travel more. I see places I never thought I would see. There is nothing I miss because I have everything I had before – it's just a little more interesting now.

I don't want this to stop! But we shall see. I don't like to look too far ahead. Just take in the moment and enjoy it.

I met Donny Osmond. He was very nice. We talked about how important it was to stay grounded. He bought me some purple roses and they were very beautiful.

I have bought a few things for my house – a red couch and some cushions. It's important to keep your house looking nice and it is great to be able to buy these things.

I do like getting made up. When I have my hair done and my makeup and then put on one of my performance dresses, I do feel the part. And that feels good.

Pebbles is blissfully unaware of everything that is going on. She lives with a very lovely lady while I am away working and she is thriving. I visit her when I can and I can travel knowing that she is in safe hands and being pampered.