"All writers, musicians, artists, choreographers/dancers, etc., work with the stuff of their experiences. It's the translation of it, the conversion of it, the shaping of it that makes for the drama."

-- Toni Cade Bambara

#Music Quotes #Dance Quotes #Drama Quotes

“A written regulation in NASCAR is about as reliable as an Egyptian immigration law.”

Source : Brock Yates (2004). “NASCAR Off the Record”, p.126, MotorBooks International
“Every problem comes along with it's solution; the bigger the problem, the bigger the testimony. Cheer up!”
“It is not education, but education of a certain kind, that will serve us. And the current model of western, urban-centered, school-based, education, which is so often more focused on turning children into efficient corporate units rather than curious and open-minded adults, will only lead us further down the wrong path.”
“I want to be a soldier as my father was.”
“I cannot sing, dance or act; what else would I be but a talk show host.”
“What are you looking at?" Jordan demanded finally, watching her. "A dragon." When he looked bewildered she lifted her arm and pointed to the sky in the southeast. "Right thereâ€”that cloudâ€”what do you see when you look at it?" "A fat cloud." Alexandra rolled her eyes at him. "What else do you see?" He was quiet for a moment studying the sky. "Five more fat clouds and three thin ones.”
“I can always forgive where I understand.”
“Before you agree to do anything that might add even the smallest amount of stress to your life, ask yourself: What is my truest intention? Give yourself time to let a yes resound within you. When it's right, I guarantee that your entire body will feel it.”

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