"I am the product of many whose lives have touched mine, from the famous, distinguished, and powerful to the little known and the poor."

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Source : Dorothy Height, Height (2009). “Ebk Open Wide the Freedom Gates: A Memo”, p.294, PublicAffairs

Dorothy Height

#Powerful Quotes #Littles Quotes #Poor Quotes

“I hope I am pigeonholed with comedy. I'm really not interested in writing the darker stuff, the emotional stuff.”

Source : BBC Interview, www.bbc.co.uk. August 23, 2001.
“All men are selfish, brutal and inconsiderate--and I wish I could find one.”

Source : SHULAMITH FIRESTONE (1970). “THE DIALECTIC OF SEX”
“It may sound lame, but I've been journaling since I was in third grade. I love it! It makes me feel calm and happy.”
“Your intention to love, no matter what, is the absolute key to happiness.”
“Prayer is the noble supplication which we lift up to the throne of the Most High. It is the most efficient means to obtain from God the graces which we need.”
“Here once again education is crucial, it enables children to be become more aware of their rights and to exercise them in a respectful manner which helps them shape their own future.”
“Christoph Waltz is stunning, an insanely nice guy. He is not only a ridiculously good actor, heâ€™s also funny, helpful & a good colleague. I like his work ethic. I mean, the guy has won an Oscar and despite that he is receptive, open-minded & not the least bit snooty. Reese Witherspoon is the same. It may be the nicest cast that I have worked with yet.”
“Simple techniques for meditation can involve repetition of spiritually focused words, thoughts or ideas that help one feel at peace mentally and physically.”

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