"My first day in Chicago, September 4, 1983. I set foot in this city, and just walking down the street, it was like roots, like the motherland. I knew I belonged here"
- Oprah Winfrey
About this Quote
In this quote, Oprah Winfrey reflects on her very first day in Chicago on September 4, 1983. She explains the feeling of arriving in the city as if she had actually finally found her home, her roots, and her motherland. This recommends that she felt a strong connection to the city and its people. Using the word "roots" suggests a sense of belonging and a deep connection to the location. It is clear that Oprah felt a strong sense of belonging and convenience in Chicago, and this feeling has actually stuck with her throughout her life. This quote highlights the significance of finding a location where one feels at home and accepted.
This quote is written / told by Oprah Winfrey somewhere between January 29, 1954 and today. She was a famous Entertainer from USA.
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