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My mission in life is not just to survive, but to thrive; And to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor and some style.

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Maya Angelou

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If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, then change your attitude.

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Prejudice is a burden that confuses the past, threatens the future, and makes the present inaccessible.

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Music was my refuge. I could crawl into the space between the notes and pat myself on the back for the loneliness.

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I learned a long time ago that the smartest thing I can do is to be on my own side, to be an advocate for myself and others like me.

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Love knows no barriers. It jumps hurdles, leaps fences, penetrates walls to reach its destination full of hope.

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A wise woman does not want to be anyone's enemy; A wise woman refuses to fall prey to anyone.

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You may not have control over everything that happens to you, but you can decide not to be deterred by them.

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I've learned that you shouldn't walk through life with a catcher's mitt in both hands; You should be able to throw something back.

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My great hope is that I laugh as much as I cry; Try loving someone more to get your work done and have the courage to accept love in return.

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