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Tina McElroy Ansa is an American novelist born on November 18, 1949. Her works are known for their profound social commentary and exploration of female experiences.

The Hand I Fan With

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“Funny thang 'bout freedom, baby. It seem to have a lot a' extra arms and limbs to grab hold a' thangs. It ain't always the thangs you want to grab holt of either.”

Freedom Liberation Autonomy

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“If you don't let yourself be crazy sometimes, baby...then you go mad.”

Feelings Emotions Anger Mental Health Sanity Self Expression

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“The trick, Lena, baby, is to cherish yo' own little piece of earth, but not to get tied to it. 'Cause it ain't nothin' but a piece a' dust, like us, our bodies, that's gon' come and go.”

Attachment Detachment Land Ownership Land Stewardship

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“Lena immediately thought of Sister Gemma in fourth grade who had instructed all the students at Blessed Martin de Porres Elementary to leave a little room on the edge of their seats for their guardian angels to sit.”

Guardian Angel Spiritual Protection

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“Claim what is yours. You belong any where on this Earth you want to.”

Want Earth Claims

Author:Tina McElroy Ansa

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Born: November 18, 1949
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