The wonderful Maya Angelou, African American poet, author, historian and civil rights activist has died at her home in Winston-Salem, USA, aged 86.
Angelou’s early autobiography “I Know Why The Caged Bird Sings” told the story of her life up till about aged 17; it is truly harrowing and inspirational at the same time. Her young life was full of suffering and abuse, leaving her unable to speak. But when she found her voice, she unceasingly helped many generations to find their own voice, to be the best they could be.
We are privileged to have had such a wonderful women share her soul with us through her books and poetry.
Rest in the Peace you so deserve Maya Angelou.
Enjoy one of her beautiful quotes below:
“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 something 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. 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.”
― Maya Angelou
“If you have only one smile in you, give it to the people you love. Don’t be surly at home, then go out in the street and start grinning ‘Good morning’ at total strangers.”
― Maya Angelou
“Surviving is important. Thriving is elegant.”
― Maya Angelou
“When we find someone who is brave, fun, intelligent, and loving, we have to thank the universe.”
― Maya Angelou
“No matter what happens, or how bad it seems today, life does go on, and it will be better tomorrow.”
― Maya Angelou
“Most people don’t grow up. Most people age. They find parking spaces, honor their credit cards, get married, have children, and call that maturity. What that is, is aging.”
― Maya Angelou
“I don’t trust anyone who doesn’t laugh.”
― Maya Angelou
“Bitterness is like cancer. It eats upon the host. But anger is like fire. It burns it all clean.”
― Maya Angelou
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