🌞 “Start each day with a grateful heart. Today, cherish the morning sun and the song of birds.”
Picture: Gemeinfrei, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=105186203
Author: Von Tami Heilemann–Interior Staff – https://catalog.archives.gov/id/7909649
Maya Angelou reminds us that beginning our day with gratitude sets a positive tone. Take a moment today to appreciate the warmth of the morning sun and the cheerful songs of birds.
Maya Angelou (1928-2014) was an acclaimed American poet, memoirist, and civil rights activist. Born Marguerite Ann Johnson in St. Louis, Missouri, she overcame a challenging childhood marked by trauma and displacement. Her first autobiography, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings” (1969), garnered international acclaim and established her as a powerful literary voice.
Angelou’s works, including poetry collections like “And Still I Rise,” explore themes of identity, resilience, and social justice. She was also a prominent figure in the civil rights movement, working alongside leaders like Martin Luther King Jr. and Malcolm X.
In addition to her literary achievements, Angelou was a celebrated performer and educator, receiving numerous awards and over 50 honorary degrees. Her 1993 recitation of “On the Pulse of Morning” at President Bill Clinton’s inauguration further cemented her status as a cultural icon.
Maya Angelou’s legacy endures through her profound contributions to literature and her unwavering advocacy for equality and human dignity.