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I probably spent the first 20 years of my life wanting to be as American as possible. Through my 20s, and into my 30s, I began to become aware of how so much of my art and architecture has a decidedly Eastern character. – Maya Lin

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If we cant face death, well never overcome it. You have to look it straight in the eye. Then you can turn around and walk back out into the light. – Maya Lin

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You should be having more fun in high school, exploring things because you want to explore them and learning because you love learning-not worrying about competition. – Maya Lin

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To me, the American Dream is being able to follow your own personal calling. To be able to do what you want to do is incredible freedom. – Maya Lin

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