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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Amrita Tirkey from Rourkela, Odisha OCTOBER 24, 2019
It's amazing 😍
Vickie from Indiana  DECEMBER 13, 2016
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
shayonba from manipur OCTOBER 3, 2015
It's great.....excellent
mariam from ortega SEPTEMBER 28, 2015
I think this is beautiful

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