Leighton Meester has been getting quite the publicity- bringing her "Gossip Girl" to another cover of a publication. Next month you will find her brightened up on Marie Claire for the April 2012 issue.

Leighton shined in yellow, while the writer interviewed her about some family memories. Below are some of the highlights of the Interview.

On growing up:

"My family has a crazy history. Probably the craziest I've heard of. I look back now and I see it in a nice light. It wasn't uncomplicated. But I played outside. I went to the beach. There were happy, fun times."

On having little use for self-pity:

"You can take what is handed to you and use it as an excuse to mess up. But I've always handled what was given to me by life. I consider myself lucky. I was never lied to. And I was loved."

On not having or wanting a true childhood:

"I worked a lot, even though I was just a kid. It seemed normal to me. I couldn't relate to kid stuff. 'Jimmy doesn't like me!' Who cares? I was worried we didn't have gas money or food. Those were my concerns."

On getting stronger through suffering:

"When you see how you react when you suffer, that's when you know what you are made of."

On her indifference towards relationships:

"I never had a boyfriend until I was 18. It's nice, I guess - when you like them. But it isn't the most important thing. I'm not sure I ever want to get married. The only time a relationship is good is when you really love them. I don't want to hang out with some guy I just like."