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Beach Quote by Amy Chua

“I am definitely a Type A personality, always rushing around,…” quote by Amy Chua — Download Open image

“I am definitely a Type A personality, always rushing around, trying to do too much, not good at just lying on the beach. But I'm so thankful for everything I have: wonderfully supportive parents and sisters, the best husband in the world, terrific students I love teaching and hanging out with, and above all, my two amazing daughters.”

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