Quote by Abraham Lincoln

Die when I may, I want it said of me that I plucked a weed and planted a flower where ever I thought a flower would grow.

Die when I may, I want it said of me that I plucked a weed a

Summary

This quote encapsulates the desire to leave a positive impact on the world. It implies that regardless of when death may come, the speaker wishes to be remembered as someone who not only removed the negative ("plucked a weed") but also contributed to the beauty and growth ("planted a flower") wherever they believed it could thrive. It highlights the importance of making a difference, even in small ways, by actively promoting positivity, growth, and transformation within our surroundings.

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By Abraham Lincoln

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