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“Nothing - not prestige, power or pride - is worth sacrificing the things that you truly want, the things that you truly love. "Don't be afraid to take time and smell the roses. Don't hesitate in seeking out those things you hold dear. Seeking them out and holding on to them. And don't ever cease standing up for what you believe in, and fighting for those things that you want. Life is too short. Do what makes you happy, regardless of how others might feel.”

Quote by Brenda Jackson

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Brenda Jackson, born in 1953, is a renowned American novelist. Her works, primarily romance novels, have gained widespread popularity. Her novels often explore racial, love, and social issues from the perspective of African Americans. more

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