Jason Collins

I had a happy childhood in the suburbs of L.A. My parents instilled in us an appreciation of history, art and, most important, Motown. Jarron and I weren't allowed to listen to rap until we were 12. After our birthday I dashed to Target and bought DJ Quik's album 'Quik Is the Name.' I memorized every line.

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Today you are you! That is truer than true! There is no one alive who is you-er than you!

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God gave us the gift of life; it is up to us to give ourselves the gift of living well.

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The greatest gift that you can give to others is the gift of unconditional love and acceptance.

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