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It's a dream for any artist to have a catalogue of music that would be considered his greatest hits. For me, as a singer and songwriter, to release a collection of music that spans over two decades of my life and career is especially meaningful. Those songs represtent a life in progress. As it is with any life, people and experiences become a part of one's creations and helped give birth to twenty-four albums. I would like to dedicate this body of work -- especially 'Nayib's Song' and 'Along Came You' -- to my two beautiful children who inspired those songs and who inspire me on a daily basis, and whom I consider my best works to date. I owe a great deal of gratitude to all of my fans who have ridden this incredible rollercoaster of life with me and who are the reason I have tried to remain true to the gift I have been granted: that of making music. And although it's very difficult to decide what is truly essential, you can be sure that what is in this collection is what you -- the fans across the world -- made into hits. And for that, I will be eternally thankful.

Gloria Estefan#72

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About this quote

What does it mean?
She expresses gratitude to fans and dedicates her work to her children as her best creation.
In plain terms
She thanks her fans and says her kids are her best work.
What can you take from it?
Family can be considered a greater legacy than professional work.

Where it applies

  • releasing albums
  • speaking to fans
  • reflecting on career

Putting it to work

  • valuing family over career
  • honoring supporters

Questions to consider

  • What is your greatest creation?
  • Who inspires your best work?

Another view

It may not apply to those without children or different life paths.

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  3. I make the best pancakes you'll ever have! And I claim that title gladly. On Saturdays I make them for everybody.

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