Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character. —William Arthur Ward
“Greatness is not found in possessions, power, position, or prestige. It is discovered in goodness, humility, service, and character.”

William Arthur Ward author, educator, motivational speaker

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Joanie McAuliffe from Port Clinton , Ohio  FEBRUARY 9, 2020
If this isn’t the truest statement I have read in awhile!!!!! Absolutely beautiful
Jo DuPriest from 24502 JANUARY 15, 2020
Love these
Abraham from tanzania FEBRUARY 18, 2014
Yea!

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