My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style. —Maya Angelou
“My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.”

Maya Angelou Poet, dancer, producer, playwright, director, author

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My mission in life is not merely to survive but thrive.

Fayis from Kerala , March 29, 2021

I think this is beautiful! As my mission in life is to not give up on hope, but to thrive and live with courage and love with anyone I meet to inspire to live life.

Naima Phillip from Sarasota, April 24, 2020

We have never met but hopefully this will bring you some sunshine today!

Vickie Johnson from Brookings, SD, April 2, 2020

It's amazing 😍

Amrita Tirkey from Rourkela, Odisha, October 24, 2019

Ms. Angelou was absolutely right!! As is my mission to encourage, support and love those to whom I come in contact with, my Sunday School children and assistants, especially. Tony, Julie, Julia, Thea and Judy. Love to you all. Vic

Vickie from Indiana , December 13, 2016

It's great.....excellent

shayonba from manipur, October 3, 2015

I think this is beautiful

mariam from ortega, September 28, 2015

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