When in doubt, go with Teddy Roosevelt. Or his daughter Alice.

Daily writing prompt

Do you have a quote you live your life by or think of often?

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As a matter of fact, I do. “Do what you can, with what you have, where you are” and “Fill what’s empty, empty what’s full, and scratch where it itches.” I think both are solid foundations to base an ethos on, honestly. The first quote by Teddy Roosevelt is a wonderful way to sum up what every person should do in their community. Everything starts small, and it always starts local. As fior the second quote, this time by his daughter Alice Roosevelt Longworth, it’s a great example of how simple the basics can be. Also, do what makes sense. Don’t try and reinvent the wheel.