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There live a great man named Joe
who was belittled by a loudmouth foe.
While his rival would taunt and tease
Joe silently bore the stings.
And then fought like gladiator in the ring.

— Muhammad Ali

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I set out on a journey of love, seeking truth, peace and understanding. l am still learning.

The Soul of a Butterfly (2004)

The man who views the world at 50 the same as he did at 20 has wasted 30 years of his life.

In a competition of love we'll all share in the victory, no matter who comes first.

The Soul of a Butterfly (2004)

I'm retiring because there are more pleasant things to do than beat up people.

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Ain't no reason for me to kill nobody in the ring, unless they deserve it.

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