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Quote by Tasha Tudor

“Life isn't long enough to do all you could accomplish. And what a privilege even to be alive. In spite of all the pollutions and horrors, how beautiful this world is. Supposing you only saw the stars once every year. Think what you would think. The wonder of it!”

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Tasha Tudor

Tasha Tudor was an American illustrator renowned for her work on children's books. Born on August 28, 1915, and passing away on June 18, 2008, Tasha Tudor's illustrations were celebrated for their delicate brushstrokes and vibrant colors. She provided illustrations for over 150 books, including classics such as 'Peter Rabbit' and 'The Wonderful Wizard of Oz'. more

“Sometimes I look back and I am shocked. Everyday of my life I have prepared for success, worked for it, waited for it, and you don't notice how the days pass until nearly a lifetime is finished. Then it hits you--the thing you have been waiting for has already gone by. And it was going in the other direction. It's like I've been waiting on the wrong side of the road for a bus that was already full." p. 265”

Looks Has Beens Sometimes Waiting Sides Gone Prepared Lifetime Everyday Finished Bus Shocked Already Gone

Author:Monica Ali

“She touched his hand for the last time. "Oh, Karim, that we have already done. But always there was a problem between us. How can I explain? I wasn't me, and you weren't you. From the very beginning to the very end, we didn't see things. What we did--we made each other up." p. 382”

Made Ends Done Problem Hands Lasts Touched Last Time

Book:Brick Lane: A Novel

Source: Brick Lane: A Novel

“There is enough light for those who only desire to see, and enough obscurity for those who have a contrary disposition”

Enough Light Desire Contrary Disposition Obscurity

Book:Pensees

Source: Pensees

“If men will not be governed by the Ten Commandments, they shall be governed by the ten thousand commandments”