"The materials of true poetry are always humble, absolutely idiosyncratic, the autobiographical tatters that, in gifted hands, are made into the memoir that fits us all."

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Patricia Hampl

#Humble Quotes #Hands Quotes #Poetry Quotes

“Birds themselves are so interesting and intelligent, and they give so many cues without being verbal, so they say such great things. Feathers are superior to fur, even. They're so beautiful, and nature uses such amazing colors.”

Source : "Finding Your Religion With Bibhu". Interview with Alex Geana, www.huffingtonpost.com. February 16, 2011.
“I've no idea what Eddie Irvine's orders are, but he's following them superlatively well.”
“A nation has its first obligation to its own workers and its own poor.”
“You can't control the weather, but there are definitely things you can do to protect yourself and the investment you've made in your boat. The key is to get started early so you have the supplies you need and you have a plan for what you're going to do with your boat.”
“If everyone practiced yoga, pharmacies would have to close.”
“Pray the gods do not envy your happiness!”
“I really get a smile that people think they have a right to even suggest how I give my money away. I have no mandate to give a dime to anybody.”
“As Earth warriors, we choose to be participants in the ancient battle between good and evil. On our side stand the waters and wind, and all things wild and of the Earth. On the other side, consumed with greed and in persuit of power, control and money, stand all the dark forces that lay waste to Her.”

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