Fame is a funny thing. A lot of people want it, or think they do. Fame implies success and prestige, and demands recognition. Fame goes hand in hand with fortune, which can be nice, but wait! Fame is fickle, and fleeting. It’s addictive, yet ultimately eludes you. Emily Dickinson wrote:
Fame is a bee.
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