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01Undated

My goal is to do something outrageous every day.

Maggie Kuhn / quote

02Undated

When you least expect it, someone may actually listen to what you have to say.

Maggie Kuhn / quote

03Undated

Speak your mind, even though your voice shakes.

Maggie Kuhn / quote

04Undated

The ultimate indignity is to be given a bedpan by a stranger who calls you by your first name.

Maggie Kuhn / quote

05Undated

I enjoy my wrinkles and regard them as badges of distinction-I've worked hard for them!

Maggie Kuhn / quote

06Undated

Old age is not a disease - it is strength and survivorship, triumph over all kinds of vicissitudes and disappointments, trials and illnesses.

Maggie Kuhn / quote

07Undated

Stand before the people you fear and speak your mind - even if your voice shakes.

Maggie Kuhn / quote