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“I might have it at six-fifteen a.m. just as soon as I get in, but usually it's about eleven o'clock when I'll have a glass of sherry.” quote by Maya Angelou
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“I might have it at six-fifteen a.m. just as soon as I get in, but usually it's about eleven o'clock when I'll have a glass of sherry.”

Maya Angelou

About This Quote

Source Interview: The Maya Angelou Collection, 1995

She mentions a routine of drinking sherry around eleven a.m., indicating a personal habit tied to a specific time of day.

In simple terms: She typically drinks sherry at eleven in the morning.

Key Takeaway

Observe personal rhythms that affect daily life.

Themes

routine habit time comfort culture

Mood

introspective lighthearted

Type

personal habit

When to use this quote

  • morning coffee
  • after‑lunch drinks
  • personal reflection

Key Concepts

personal schedule beverage preference morning ritual

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does this habit reveal about your daily rhythm?
  • How do you balance routine with spontaneity?
A Different Perspective

May normalize excessive alcohol consumption.

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