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Greatness is the willingness to choose in the midst of intensity.

Ricky Williams

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Ricky Williams
Age: 47
Born: 1977
Born: May 21
American Football Player
Baseball Player
Canadian Football Player
Football Player
San Diego
California
Intensity
Willingness
Midst
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I've always been shy, but in New Orleans there were times my shyness would cause me actual physical pain. I'd get so claustrophobic around people that I'd bend over from the sickness in my stomach. That's not a good way to be when you're famous, obviously.
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If you want to surf, move to Hawaii. If you like to shop, move to New York. If you like acting and Hollywood, move to California. But if you like college football, move to Texas.
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