“I learned early on that you have to work with what you’ve got.” “Education is the key to unlocking the world, a passport to freedom.” “Never let anyone define your limits.” “If you have a passion for something, pursue it relentlessly.”

When people have their biases and prejudices, yes, I am aware. My head is not in the sand. But my thing is, if I can't work with you, I will work around you. I was not about to be so discouraged that I'd walk away. That may be a solution for some people, but it's not mine.