Maya Angelou
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” Maya Angelou
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14/05/2015 at 03:41
Silver Screenings
A remarkable woman and SUCH an amazing writer. Thanks for posting this quote.
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14/05/2015 at 13:53
First Night Design
Remarkable is the word. I miss her!
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11/05/2015 at 01:44
Widdershins
That, she certainly did. 🙂
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10/05/2015 at 18:30
janetweightreed10
What an amazing woman. …:)
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10/05/2015 at 16:27
davidprosser
I hope you’re having a wonderful day Sarah.
xxx Massive Hugs xxx
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10/05/2015 at 16:27
lassy
Reblogged this on Will the real reality please stand up!.
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10/05/2015 at 14:27
Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
I had no idea that Maya had been a singer/songwriter to begin with and collaborated with Roberta Flack.. A remarkable woman and inspiring.
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10/05/2015 at 14:37
First Night Design
Remarkable is the word. You must read the books if you haven’t already. Superb.
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10/05/2015 at 14:25
rebeccaMpells
Wonderful!
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10/05/2015 at 14:36
First Night Design
Isn’t it just!
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10/05/2015 at 10:59
rennydiokno2015
Reblogged this on rennydiokno.com.
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10/05/2015 at 10:28
janemorley2014
Now that’s a motto to live by! Excellent thought for a Sunday morning Sarah!
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10/05/2015 at 14:05
First Night Design
Most certainly!
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