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“Having lost and regained her freedom in the most extraordinary circumstances over the course of her remarkable lifetime, few could have set a higher price on the value of liberty. And yet, as she was well aware, it was only through the fundamental principles of justice that her liberty had finally been secured.”
― Wedlock
― Wedlock
“When black fury meets white denial, you have the combustible and fundamentally changed race relations we live in today.”
― What if there were no whites in South Africa?
― What if there were no whites in South Africa?
“Quoyle experienced moments in all colors, uttered brilliancies, paid attention to the rich sound of waves counting stones, he laughed and wept, noticed sunsets, heard music in rain, said I do.”
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“I’m doing the absolute opposite of giving myself away. As far as I’m concerned, I’ll be completely visible. If the painting sells, I’ll be in Paris, hanging on a wall. If anything, I’m being selfish. It’s perfect; all the freedom of creation, with none of the fuss.”
― The Muse
― The Muse
Genealogy, family, local and social history
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A place to share 5-7-5 goodness, discuss books on haiku, and generally have a good time. We specialize in both themed haiku and free range haiku, with ...more
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