Words of Wisdom — June 4, 2014

Frank Lloyd Wright on Honest Arrogance

“Early in life, I had to choose between honest arrogance and hypocritical humility. I chose honest arrogance and have seen no occasions to change.” – Frank Lloyd Wright

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“Early in life, I had to choose between honest arrogance and hypocritical humility. I chose honest arrogance and have seen no occasions to change.” – Frank Lloyd Wright

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Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural masterpiece, Fallingwater.

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