Quote by Willie Mays

When I was in Birmingham I used to go to a place called Redwood Field. I used to get there for a two o'clock game. Where can you make this kind of money playing sports? It was just a pleasure to go out and enjoy myself and get paid for it.

When I was in Birmingham I used to go to a place called Redw

Summary

This quote expresses the joy and satisfaction one feels when getting paid to do something they love. The speaker reminisces about going to Redwood Field in Birmingham for sports games, highlighting the excitement of being able to enjoy oneself and make money at the same time. The quote emphasizes the rarity and appreciation for being able to earn a living from playing sports, implying that such an opportunity is unique and valuable.

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