The days of our lives, for all of us, are numbered. We know that. And yes, there are certainly times when we aren’t able to muster as much strength and patience as we would like. It’s called being human.

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Our lives are limited, and we all know this. Sometimes, we struggle to be as strong and patient as we wish we could be. That's just part of being human - we all have our weaknesses and challenges. Even though life has its difficult moments, we shouldn't be too hard on ourselves. It's normal to feel that way sometimes.

About Elizabeth Edwards

Elizabeth Edwards was an American attorney, author, and health care activist. She was married to John Edwards, a former U.S. Senator and Democratic vice-presidential nominee. Elizabeth was a key advisor to her husband during his political campaigns and advocated for progressive causes like universal healthcare and gay marriage.

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