As I like to say, take the shot, even if your knees are shaking. Robin Roberts More Quotes by Robin Roberts More Quotes From Robin Roberts We are all a little bit stronger than we think we are. Robin Roberts strongerlittlesthinking There is no magical reason why I am where I am. And there is absolutely no reason why you can't be where you want to be. If it can happen for me, it can happen for you, too. And it would be a privilege for me to help you get there. Robin Roberts would-bewantreason-why There are those of us who believe out of that faith tradition that God never puts more on us than we can bear, and yet there are times, I think, particularly given what you were up against, that we have to question whether or not we have the capacity, the ability, the wherewithal, to actually endure it. Robin Roberts bearsbelievethinking It was part of the reason I almost didn't go public with my diagnosis - I was embarrassed. I felt, 'Oh, I've always talked about exercising. And I got cancer.' And then I realized it's a great example of showing that cancer can hit anyone at any time. Robin Roberts cancerexampleexercise I was brought up with the 3 Ds: Determination, Discipline and Da Lord. Robin Roberts empoweringdisciplinedetermination I've taken my cue from people here and from viewers, especially survivors-who said, 'When it's time to literally flip your wig, you'll know.' Robin Roberts survivortakenpeople I have never been happier or healthier than I am right now. Robin Roberts right-now Generally in the Little League you're up against a good pitcher who throws like hell. What does the coach say? Get a walk. Isn't that beautiful way to learn to hit? For four years you stand up there looking for a walk. Robin Roberts leaguebeautifulyears The combination of landing the biggest interview of my career and having a drill in my back reminds me that God only gives us what we can handle and that it helps to have a good sense of humor when we run smack into the absurdity of life. Robin Roberts absurdity-of-lifecareersrunning When my mother makes out her income tax return every year, under occupation she writes, eroding my daughter's self-esteem. Robin Roberts daughterself-esteemmother My mama told me in college, 'I love you, and you're God's child, but natural beauty will only take you so far.' Robin Roberts i-love-youcollegechildren Everything's the same; I'm living with cancer and it's not going to stop me. But until you really test yourself and challenge yourself, I don't think you quite know. Robin Roberts cancerchallengesthinking I cannot believe how fine I am with being bald. Robin Roberts finebelieve Every now and again I just really have to have that steak or lamb chop. But yeah, B.C. - before cancer - I would eat red meat probably three or four times a week, easily. I am convinced that the amount of red meat I contributed to it. Robin Roberts cancerredmeat I love a doctor who can respect that somebody else is on your team, and that's God. Robin Roberts doctorsteamprayer Oh well, the truth hurts, doesn't it? Robin Roberts truth-hurtsoh-wellhurt You don't have to be in shape to bowl. It's the only sport where there's a way to signal for a cocktail waitress. Robin Roberts cocktailsshapessports At one point, we were all fearful. But as you get older, it's the things you don't do that you regret, more so than the things you do. When fear knocks, answer. Robin Roberts fearfulregretanswers You can be fearful or fearless...I chose the latter Robin Roberts latterfearfulfearless I don't know why people make such a big deal about the gay thing, people are confused, they're shocked, like this is a big revelation to somebody. Robin Roberts travel
