Inspiration as we grow older!
Wednesday, 22 July 2009
Maya Angelou is someone I have always admired, her wisdom has led me many times, her poetry is nothing short of inspirational. Maya Angelou was interviewed by Oprah on her 70+ birthday.. Oprah asked her what she thought of growing older.
And, there on television, she said it was 'exciting.'
Regarding body changes, she said there were many, occurring every day...like her breasts. They seem to be in a race to see which will reach her waist, first.
The audience laughed so hard they cried. She is such a simple and honest woman, with so much wisdom in her words!
Maya Angelou said this:
'I've learned that no matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.'
'I've learned that you can tell a lot about a person by the way he/she handles these three things: a rainy day, lost luggage, and tangled Christmas tree lights.'
'I've learned that regardless of your relationship with your parents, you'll miss them when they're gone from your life.'
'I've learned that making a 'living' is not the same thing as 'making a life.'
'I've learned that life sometimes gives you a second chance.'
'I've learned that you shouldn't go through life with a catcher's mitt on both hands; you need to be able to throw some things back..'
'I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision.'
'I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one.'
'I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back.'
(hear hear!!!)
'I've learned that I still have a lot to learn.'
'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.'
22 July 2009 at 10:26
I love Maya!
"People love a warm hug"
Just tonight, my man and I were talking about the day we met in person (17 days after meeting online).
I said, "Remember I asked if I could hug you before the date even started?" He replied, "I do. And I remember that, before you, I didn't like being touched by strangers." : )
22 July 2009 at 11:37
That is one wise lady. And funny as hell to boot!
22 July 2009 at 13:44
Words of inspiration are always good and they help you make it through the day
22 July 2009 at 13:59
I love her.
22 July 2009 at 15:29
If only we could all be so wise. That last quote really got to me. Thanks for sharing!
22 July 2009 at 15:51
Thanks for sharing that. I especially liked the second one.
22 July 2009 at 17:14
What an awesome post! Thank you for sharing it!
22 July 2009 at 20:21
I want a plaque with this on it.
All amazing advice, each one alone. But together, wow.
Thanks.
22 July 2009 at 21:36
very nice, she is a true insperation and very true with all she said
22 July 2009 at 21:44
'I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.'
This is so true