Adversity Quote by Tanni Grey-Thompson

“I've been told I was brave, or that I challenged adversity. Growing up in a middle-class family in Cardiff didn't feel that adverse.” quote by Tanni Grey-Thompson — Download Open image

“I've been told I was brave, or that I challenged adversity. Growing up in a middle-class family in Cardiff didn't feel that adverse.”

Tanni Grey-Thompson

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