When life stops you making progress, don't see it as a step backwards. Think of it as doing the Moonwalk.
It is what you do from now on that will either move our civilization forward a few tiny steps, or else... begin to march us steadily backward.
Most people I met they have more potential than me, but I don't know why they are not using it to step up.
You're not allowed to step out of whatever the rules are, politically, or socially, and they'll get you for it, they'll hunt you down. That's the really frightening thing.
First conscious thoughts to wake,first guided steps to take. What walk of path not known..... of many moments already born?
My yesterdays walk with me. They keep step, they are gray faces that peer over my shoulder.
I'm politically interested, but I have no particular talent as a political beast, stepping out and running for office.
It's not just about young people - there are films being made that deal with women getting older. That's a huge bonus, and here in America, that's a huge step forward.
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