I have always loved this quote by Maya Angelou. My name, Vanessa, means butterflies, as there are several species of them! (if you didn’t know that you learned something new)
I think this quote means so much to me because as I am so happy where I am in my life thus far, it wasn’t an easy journey, not by a long shot. I think I am great at putting on a smile on my face and seeming like I don’t have a care in the world, but this butterfly has many scars. Yet, I still blossomed. And I am so thankful.
The would lost a beautiful star today. Ever since I read “How The Caged Bird Sings,” I’ve loved Maya Angelo. Haven’t read it in a long time but intend to pick it up soon.
R.I.P Maya Angelo. Thank you for inspiring so many for so many years. Your legacy, inspiration, and love will live on for generations to come.
What is your favorite Maya Angelo quote?
I don’t know any of her quotes, but I do like that one. It’s very true.
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That’s a pretty great quote. There’s a lot that goes into the butterfly becoming a butterfly… great to think about how that applies to our own lives.
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absolutely! just think! it was an ugly gross slow moving caterpillar at one point!
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There are so many wonderful Maya quotes to live by. Truly she has left a mark on this world!
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she really has! I just picked up a new copy of her books and plan to divulge in them with some wine!
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I love motivational wed! I really like the quote too.
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thank you!!! hope you keep coming back!
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“…..i rise, i rise….” 😀
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Love that quote!
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That one is my favorite too, I actually have on IG! Ha, great minds think alike 😉
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yes they do! i will make sure to follow you!
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