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Declare today sacred timeoff limits to everyone, unless invited by you. Take care of your personal wants and needs. Say no, graciously but firmly, to others' demands.

Oprah Winfrey

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Oprah Winfrey
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: January 29
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