I keep thinking about a tale my nurse used to read to me about a bird whose wings are pinned to the ground. In the end, when he finally frees himself, he flies so high he becomes a star. My nurse said the story was about how we all have something that keeps us down.


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I only regret that I have but one life to lose for my country.
NATHAN HALE
If you're not just a little bit nervous before a match, you probably don't have the expectations of ...
HALE IRWIN
Beginning in February 1976 your assistance benefits will be discontinued ... Reason: it has been rep...
NATHAN HALE
Every kind of service necessary to the public good becomes honorable by being necessary.
NATHAN HALE
Reality is determined not by what scientists or anyone else says or believes but by what the evidenc...
ALAN HALE
Shun all vice, especially card playing.
NATHAN HALE
It is the duty of every good officer to obey any orders given him by his commander in chief.
NATHAN HALE
I wish to be useful, and every kind of service necessary to the public good becomes honorable by bei...
NATHAN HALE
That's really one of the things I love about video games. It's a whole new world every time ...
JENNIFER HALE
My family was very supportive of whatever I wanted because my grandfather was an opera singer. My da...
TONY HALE
I never underestimate my opponent, but I never underestimate my talents.
HALE IRWIN
I overanalyze things way too much, to the point where it affects my life. Like, when I'm talking...
LUCY HALE
I'm sure there's something out there. I'm just not sure where.
BECKY HALE
We'll be here at 10 p.m. if we need to.
BECKY HALE
It was elbow-to-elbow in here.
BECKY HALE
That's the kind of thing that happens here.
BECKY HALE
Maybe it’s NOT Maybelline. Maybe you were just born with it.
MANDY HALE
It’s OKAY to be scared. Being scared means you’re about to do something really, really brave.
MANDY HALE
I don't really believe in cliques - I think everyone can be friends with everyone.
LUCY HALE
The most violent rap music is the most popular music. You can't remove it from the clubs. It (Anthon...
ANDREAS HALE
We are going to address the issue. If they really try to ban it, we are not going to take it lying d...
ANDREAS HALE
I know some of us wanted to address the situation a little bit more. But it's just one of many issue...
ANDREAS HALE
We feel hip-hop is getting a bad rap in this ordeal.
ANDREAS HALE
What would be a show that I would rescue? If I could bring anything back, it would be 'The Carol...
TONY HALE
Someone out there is looking for exactly what you've got…and will never try and undercut your valu...
MANDY HALE
Outer beauty pleases the EYE. Inner beauty captivates the HEART.
MANDY HALE
There is nothing more beautiful than someone who goes out of their way to make life beautiful for ot...
MANDY HALE
A lot of times, you feel like you're walking on eggshells in a creative environment, because eve...
TONY HALE
I greatly fear some of America's greatest and most dangerous enemies are such as think themselve...
NATHAN HALE
There are some places in life where you can only go alone. Embrace the beauty of your solo journey.
MANDY HALE
The only keeper of your happiness is you. Stop giving people the power to control your smile, your w...
MANDY HALE
Consider the fact that maybe…just maybe…beauty and worth aren’t found in a makeup bottle, or a...
MANDY HALE
There’s something really cool about knowing that your destiny is SO big that you’re not meant to...
MANDY HALE
Sometimes when you lose your way, you find YOURSELF.
MANDY HALE
A season of loneliness and isolation is when the caterpillar gets its wings. Remember that next time...
MANDY HALE
The acting part of me is not me. The music side is who I really am and what I want to talk about. It...
LUCY HALE
If you're not just a little bit nervous before a match, you probably don't have the expectations of...
HALE IRWIN
We have never talked about being ranked No. 1 or being undefeated at all the entire season. Those nu...
JIM HALE
When life brings you full circle, pay attention. There's a lesson there.
MANDY HALE
Happily Single" is recognizing that you don’t need or want to be rescued from your life by a hands...
MANDY HALE
Lenoir City?s involvement with the project is critical and we are pleased by both their receptivity ...
TONY HALE
She just loved to dress up in jewelry. And (she loved) Dora (the Explorer, a popular children's cart...
LINDA HALE
We've had 10 poles, we've won four races - that's more than anybody else has.
WAYNE HALE
I'm surprised the market has been so remarkably unconcerned this summer.
DAVID HALE
I only regret that I have but one life to give for my country.
NATHAN HALE
Happiness doesn't have to be chased...it merely has to be chosen.
MANDY HALE
There is never a moment when God is not in control. Relax! He’s got you covered.
MANDY HALE
Breakups have a way of shaking us awake and helping us see what we really want vs. what we are willi...
MANDY HALE
She hasn’t got it all figured out...far from it, in fact.
But she loves God and she loves to ...
MANDY HALE
Sometimes a "mistake" can end up being the best decision you ever make.
MANDY HALE
Single" means you are brave enough to face the glorious unknown of the unaccompanied journey.
MANDY HALE
I love 'Paranormal Activity' and 'The Exorcist.' 'The Shining' is a great on...
LUCY HALE
To live, to TRULY live, we must be willing to RISK. To be nothing in order to find everything. To le...
MANDY HALE
I was lucky enough to grow up in a home where I woke up Christmas morning and had toys. I know that&...
LUCY HALE
We have looked at that and it is a doable thing but the margins are small, ... It's better to have a...
WAYNE HALE
There are risks in spaceflight,
WAYNE HALE