In Their Own Words...

Matt Hardy:

My Brother Jeff

When you look up the word "unique" in the dictionary, if is defined as: 1. One and only; sole. 2. Different from all others; having no like or equal. 3. Singular; unusual; rare.

In my opinion, unique describes my baby brother Jeff Hardy better than any other word.

As long as I can remember, Jeff has always had his own way of doing things. I recall once, when we were kids, taking pictures while holding some dumbbells. I tried to smile and take a nice picture, but Jeff leaned his head sideways and made a contorted facial expression. He always does his own thing-in pictures and in the ring-and always seems to create original looks. Jeff's the kind of person who makes a fashion statement that looks crazy initially, but four months later, it becomes a trend. And when it does, Jeff changes his look again. He has always been a trendsetter and innovator in all areas of his life.

The greatest thing about Jeff is that when he does something that's different, it's not to get a reaction or for shock value. He's just being natural. He is definitely one of the most genuine people you could ever meet.

When you talk about the characters of Matt ad Jeff Hardy on World Wrestling Federation programs, words like fearless, extreme, reckless and daredevil probably cross most people's minds. Jeff Hardy is the epitome of tall those worlds. I am definitely willing to try just about anything, and Lita is the most courageous and daring female I've ever met. But Jeff typifies what our group represents. He has no fear. He has no concerns. He has no worries. Jeff has never thought twice about any of the things he has done in the ring. A lot of people have grown attached to his character, which is almost identical to the real person.

When he is performing, Jeff is motivated by the fans' oohs and aahs. He doesn't live for the future. Jeff Hardy lives for the moment.

Athletically, Jeff is unbelievable. He was always successful in every sport he played and picked things up instantly. Anything that requires any physicality, he gets the hang of it and does it great in a couple of days. He is really talented athletically, with great natural form and grace.

His personality is so laid back and easygoing. Sometimes he drives me crazy by not having a worry or concern. He never acts differently regardless of who he's speaking with, whether it's a fan outside the parking lot or Vince McMahon. Jeff is a good person, always has good intentions, and I think those are some of the reasons he's been so successful. If not, they should be.

Jeff has been a great brother and partner, and we have made a lot of our dreams come true together. We have always tried to split our success down the middle and play equal roles in our team. Although I'm sure we'll one day go our separate ways, the time spent as being one of the Hardy Boyz will always be special in my heart. I got to take every step in that era with my little brother, the unique Jeff Hardy.

Amy Dumas - The Lady Known as Lita

The first time I ever saw Amy was at my old high school, Union Pines, wrestling on a card for NWA Mid-Atlantic. That night Amy wrestled Strawberry Fields, and their match probably wouldn't have been considered a five-star classic. One thing that really stuck out about Amy, though, was her effort. It was really obvious that she was trying hard, and I remember her taking some nasty bumps. A lot of female wrestlers look very girlie and sissy in the ring, but Amy didn't. I remember Jeff and I saying, "Damn, that girl's tough."

Amy eventually started training with Jeff, me and the rest of our crew on Sundays.

She would drive four hours to and from Richmond, Virginia, to work out in the ring every chance she had. Any would try anything that Jeff, me or any of the guys tried. She didn't have the fear that stops most people from reaching their full potential physically inside the ring. She never complained about taking any bumps or about a guy being too stiff or rough with her. Amy never thought that she wasn't supposed to be able to do things most girls can't or won't do, she just did them.

After working a short stint in the indies and Extreme Championship Wrestling (ECW), people in the WWF began to take notice of Amy. She had a very different look, and could do things in the ring that would revolutionize women's wrestling, if given the opportunity. As you all know, she was given the opportunity, and Lita was born.

When I first heard the idea of Amy being aired with us, I thought there were a lot of possibilities, and that it could be a good move. It turned out to be better than I imagined. Not only did Jeff and I retain our female fans, we even gained some because so many female fans respected Amy and thought she was cool. The Lita character, although a bit of a tomboy, was hot and attracted guys to our act. Most young and hip fans identified wit us, because we were all like them. With Matt, Jeff and Lita, we had something in our group for almost everyone. Our on-air relationship has been a blast, and I'm glad that "The Kiss" took place with Amy instead of someone who I wasn't that comfortable with. Matt and Lita make a cute couple-we're the best one-two bunch in the business.

I am very fortunate to have gotten the chance to know Amy. As much time as I spend traveling, eating, training, working and living with her and Jeff, she is always fun to be around. Amy and I have become best friends over the last couple of years. She is always supportive of any decision I make and will always give me her honest opinion. She's strong, smart, independent and very unselfish. We have so much in common it's amazing. We share the same drive and willpower, and have a great connection. It's awesome when you're on the same page as your partner 99 percent of the time.

One of the best things about Amy is that she has a strong and determined personality when t comes to tough times or sticky situations. She's a blessing to be on the road with. I would do anything for Amy, because I know she would do the same for me.

Amy Dumas truly is a success story. She moved around the country wile growing up, never having a set place to call home. She was out on her own at an early age, and had to hustle all of her life to make it, and I think she deserves all of the success that she is now receiving.

She has broken the bold in women's wrestling with her unique look and style. No longer do you have to be a blonde Barbie doll to be considered a sex symbol. She has raised the standards of what makes a female wrestler good in the business. And she will continue to. Lita has just begun to scratch the surface when it comes to setting standards and records.

I think Amy has a chance to go down as the most influential female wrestler in history. She will continue to ascend, and I hope I'm there for the ride.

Amy Dumas:

On Jeff

Jeff has an aura that demands recognition. Just watching him on television, you can see that. He has a special, intangible quality that makes you want to be around him. Yet, Jeff does his own thing. He's different yet inviting at the same time. I feel very fortunate to know Jeff on the level that I do because while he's quiet, he's not shy. He is completely uninhibited, and in turn, silently provokes you to do the same. Take him or leave him, because Jeff Hardy will not change for anyone.

Jeff has encouraged me to think about things that normally would never have crossed my mind. He definitely has his own opinions, but delights in hearing yours. Jeff has been very motivational to me in a completely different way than Matt. I can brainstorm about ideas, and Jeff will be the first to tell me to go out and try them. If something doesn't work, he'll try to work with me to fix it, saying, "there has got to be a way we can make this work."

If Jeff wants something to work, look out, because he will make it work-somehow. He is able to get so focused that talking with him is pointless because his every thought is on figuring out what he is doing.

Watching Jeff at home is completely admirable. If he has 12 hours, he will use 11 1/2 hours just preparing the trail, and it is totally worth it for him. Watching Jeff's drive is admirable and also exhausting. He never quits. If something looks like a lost cause, Jeff will keep at it until he is 100 percent satisfied that he gave it his all.

Working with Jeff has helped me to go out to the ring and have fun. Hopefully, from this, the audience has fun as well. Before a match he appears so calm. Holding it all in until the music hits. I feed off of my surroundings before a match, and Jeff's presence helps me to go out and just be myself. It has definitely worked for him.

On Matt

Matt has definitely been the most influential person in my career. His passion and work ethics are completely inspiring. Our upbringings were about as opposite as two people could have been, yet I have never had so much in common with someone. Matt knew he wanted to wrestle from a very young age and was determined to beat the odds and make it. A goal in life may look overwhelming if you only look at the end. I wanted to lose 100 pounds, travel around the world, be a doctor, be a wrestler. Matt is great at being able to break things down and start at the beginning. He is patient and doesn't expect miracles to happen overnight. He is extremely realistic, yet sets high goals.

Matt has a unique spectrum of qualities. Not often do you find someone who is such a dreamer, but very rounded and realistic at the same time. I believe that attitude has helped him face road blocks throughout his life. I have been fortunate to have him help me through mine as well. For those close to Matt, he will give you every ounce of thought, help and concern when approached for advice. He is able to appreciate everything he has. Many tend to get greedy; the more they get, the more they want. Matt goes out of his way to share his good fortune by spreading his thought-provoking ideas with anyone who may benefit.

The Boyz were both a big part of my life before our extreme team existed, but this past year I have become closer to them than I ever have with anyone. Together, we have a chemistry that just works. Jeff's creativity flows more on a personal level while Matt and I like to think about what we can do differently or creatively on a business level. He has thought me so much that it's difficult to explain. He is very perspective at how he can capitalize on a person's strengths and weaknesses. He also has an ability to look at something great and make it spectacular by pay attention to detail. Math was definitely his strong subject in school as it is very present in his personality. He can put an intricate puzzle together and can then goon to simply explain why the pieces best fit together in that way.

Barely a day goes by that I am not with Matt on some point. Allowing ourselves the chance to get to know one another has really allowed us to grow as a group, but also individually. I know that whatever happens in the future, for our group businesswise, we will always be in each other's lives.

Jeff Hardy:

Women in My Life

Amy is a female reflection of myself. I realize that the day she told me that I reflect her. We are different in a few ways, but similar in many. If only she would have been around when my brother and I were part of the Adventurers. The Adventurers were a brother/cousin group formed in our childhood. We didn't allow girls in the group because they weren't tough enough. Amy would have kicked our ass in some form the second she was informed of that rule, teaching us an early respect for the female potential in this world. In my opinion, I see my brother and Amy underneath a light exposing soul-mates of love. I love them both.

I could think or write for years and still not explain or express the love I have for my girlfriend Beth...she is me.

Men in My Life

My brother has always been more

Leader type than Follower type.

He's the type of guy that is always right instead of wrong.

The type of guy that is always Safe instead of sorry.

The type of guy that is Early instead of late.

His motor runs off in search of Perfection

It will never run dry.

My brother and my Dad

I look up most to in my life.

They have made me who and what I am today.

They keep me Fresh and Alive.

I thank them with every bit of love in my heart and

Every bit of unused percentage of my Mind.

Without them

There is no me.