
Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other
Abraham Lincoln
With President’s Day just around the corner, I couldn’t think of a better image for this week’s photo challenge.
This great man is a clear embodiment of the phrase ‘Against the Odds’. His life story depicts the strength and perseverance one needs at the time of despair. He showed the world that encountering failure after failure is never the end. From being the most celebrated president of the United States to being the source of inspiration for centuries, he had accomplished the unattainable against all odds.
This tribute to the 16th president of the United States was captured at the National Mall of Washington D.C.
Weekly Photo Challenge– Against the Odds
A great choice for this week’s theme. Considering the obstacles he faced growing up and as a young man, and what he ultimately achieved, a truly remarkable life lived against all odds.
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Thank you very much! I felt this week’s challenge was an opportunity to remember this great man! ๐
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What a wonderful choice, highlighting an amazing man and president.
janet
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Thank you so much for the appreciation and for stopping by! ๐
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I am not American, but if I was, I would want Abraham Lincoln to be my president. He is definitely an example of character and tenacity.
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I completely agree! I’m not an American either, but his qualities as a leader and his character of persistence makes him the best! Thank you so much for wonderful thoughts ๐๐
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You’re more than welcome. Where are you from?
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I’m from India ๐
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Oh that’s wonderful. I have been twice. I was in Calcutta, Darjeeling and Pedong in 2000 and then lived in Jaipur in 2008. Where in India are you from?
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Oh wow! So wonderful to know! Looks like you’ve already been to some of the best places in India! ๐ I’m from the southern part, Hyderabad ๐ I so wish to visit Darjeeling and Pedong, heard it’s beautiful!!
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It is lovely there.
Have a wonderful week.
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Yes it is ๐ Hope your week is going well! ๐
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Against all odds, he rose beyond his mental illness and became a great president.
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So very true!! Thank you for your thoughtful words. ๐
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What an apt reminder of the amazing things we can accomplish when led by great leaders.
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Yes! That was my whole intention. ๐ Thank you!
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Great shot and wonderful reminder.
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Thank you!! ๐ ๐
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A great choice for the theme. Well done ๐ Cheers.
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Thank you!! ๐
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