I would say you might encounter many defeats but you must never be defeated, ever. In fact, it might even be necessary to confront defeat. It might be necessary, to get over it, all the way through it, and go on. I would teach her to laugh a lot. Laugh a lot at the - and the silliest things and be very, very serious. I'd teach her to love life, I can bet you that.
Maya AngelouThe truth brings the past into the present and prepares us for the future. That's what truth does
Maya AngelouEach of us, famous or infamous, is a role model for somebody, and if we aren't, we should behave as though we are -- cheerful, kind, loving, courteous. Because you can be sure someone is watching and taking deliberate and diligent notes.
Maya AngelouThe trouble for the thief is not how to steal the chiefโs bugle, but where to blow it.
Maya AngelouCreativity or talent, like electricity, is something I don't understand but something I'm able to harness and use.
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