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I learned life from some good teachers.

Not until, years later, I found my true interest in life did I discover that I could master a subject, no matter how difficult, if it helped me in what I wanted to do.

Yes, long hours and a hard life for my parents, but for a six to seven year old every new day dawned with fresh excitement when you have not a care in the world, and so much to learn and witness.

Growing up in New Orleans helped me live a real life. I experienced so many things.

I always felt I needed to teach to survive.

Is there anyone so wise as to learn by the experience of others?

I spent a lot of time outdoors as a kid.

I always studied because I knew I had to. I needed to survive and take care of my mother.

Knowing what I know now and what I have been through, would I do it the same? I look at the alternative - a very simple life. It would have been nice to have a simple life.