Serena Quotes

Since I retired, I very much enjoy watching Serena Williams play. While I was playing, she was one of the toughest players I ever faced. Her ground strokes are so solid, her serve is one of the most powerful in women's tennis, and mentally she is just so strong. ~ Monica Seles

If there was ever a dress that can be an aphrodisiac the one Serena was wearing now had to be it ~ Kailin Gow

I think Serena Williams is the best tennis player of this generation, if not the best ever. It is amazing for her to be playing as well as she is at the age of 31. ~ Samantha Stosur

Having a pulmonary embolism is definitely easier than heart break. ~ Serena Williams

I have perfected the smile that says I'm fine, even though most of the time, I feel far from it. ~ Serena Grey

Unless you know in your heart that you can live a life of dignity and honor here, unless you believe that you can pledge yourself to that girl for the rest of your life, then don't stay and add to the tears that have already ben shed in this country. Don't be yet another man who comes here as a Christian only to dishonor the Lord's name. ~ Serena B. Miller

I can't believe I let you talk me into this," muttered Serena, as the number 16 bus rumbled over the bridge connecting the north and south sides of the town.
"I didn't talk you into anything," I reminded her as we reached Jason's neighbourhood and began passing a string of progressively nicer - and larger - houses. "You invited yourself along."
"Okay, then I can't believe you didn't talk me out of this. ~ Kathleen Peacock

Serena and I have done some great career planning, and we're playing really at the peak of our tennis right now. I think tennis has been a sport where people play this insane schedule from 14 years old, so of course at 26, it's over. We've really paced ourselves. ~ Venus Williams

And Ulysses stopped up his ears against the siren's song," recited Victor, pulling the plugs from his own ears as Serena collapsed to the dirt lot, "for it was death. ~ V.E Schwab

With enough hope, you can set a fire to find the way out of the darkness. ~ Serena Smith

I love designing dresses and tops. ~ Serena Williams

The Heart is the engine, the Brain is the steering wheel, and the Mind is the essence of the Body. ~ Serena Jade

In any case, it is difficult not to think that if Serena lost context by abandoning all rules of civility, it could be because her body, trapped in a racial imaginary, trapped in disbelief - code for being black in America - is being governed not by the tennis match she is participating in but by a collapsed relationship that had promised to play by the rules. Perhaps this is how racism feels no matter the context - randomly the rules everyone else gets to play by no longer apply to you, and to call this out by calling out "I swear to God!" is to be called insane, crass, crazy. Bad sportsmanship. Two ~ Claudia Rankine

I'm proud to have opened [two] schools in Africa and one in Jamaica [through the Serena Williams Fund and its partners]. I was given a lot. I was given two parents. That's already starting above a lot of kids. And then I was given the opportunity to play tennis and parents who supported that. I feel I can give back. ~ Serena Williams

There are no clean victories for black people, nor, perhaps, for any people. The presidency of Barack Obama is no different. One can now say that an African American individual can rise to the same level as a white individual, and yet also say that the number of black individuals who actually qualify for that status will be small. One thinks of Serena Williams, whose dominance and stunning achievements can't, in and of themselves, ensure equal access to tennis facilities for young black girls. The gate is open and yet so very far away. ~ Ta-Nehisi Coates

I'm definitely not a fearless individual. ~ Serena Williams

She [Serena Williams] played some great shots, but so did I, and that was the only difference. ~ Jennifer Capriati

His green eyes gave a twinkle to match his amused smile and strong chin, "Again Estelle, really?!" His brow cocked. "Kent!" My feet gave a slight ~ Serena Kearney

What does a victorious or defeated black woman's body in a historically white space look like? Serena and her big sister Venus Williams brought to mind Zora Neale Hurston's "I feel most colored when I am thrown against a sharp white background." This appropriated line, stenciled on canvas by Glenn Ligon, who used plastic letter stencils, smudging oil sticks, and graphite to transform the words into abstractions, seemed to be ad copy for some aspect of life for all black bodies. ~ Claudia Rankine

What about you, Snipes?" Dunbar asked. "You think there to be mountain lions up here or is it just folks' imaginings?"

Snipes pondered the question a few moments before speaking.

They's many a man of science would claim there aint because you got no irredeemable evidence like panther scat or fur or tooth or tail. In other words, some part of the animal in questions. Or better yet having the actual critter itself, the whole think kit and caboodle head to tail, which all your men of science argue is the best proof of all a thing exists, whether it be a panther, or a bird, or even a dinosaur."

To put it another way, if you was to stub your toe and tell the man of science what happened he'd not believe a word of it less he could see how it'd stoved up or was bleeding. But your philosophers and theologians and such say there's things in the world that's every bit as real even though you can't see them."

Like what?" Dunbar asked.

Well," Snipes said. "They's love, that's one. And courage. You can't see neither of them, but they're real. And air, of course. That's one of your most important examples. You wouldn't be alive a minute if there wasn't air, but nobody's ever seen a single speck of it."

… "All I'm saying is there is a lot more to this old world than meets the eye."

… "And darkness. You can't see it no more than you can see air, but when its all around you sure enough know it." (Serena, 65-66) ~ Ron Rash

My smile is my favorite part of my body. I think a smile can make your whole body. ~ Serena Williams

Everyone in this room knows that Venus is probably one of the greatest people on the tour. She's really great. She's super professional. Complete opposite of me. ~ Serena Williams

Serena has begun to cry. I ~ Margaret Atwood

I've never felt invincible. I've never used that word to describe me ever. ~ Serena Williams

With my website, I'm really interactive. I've written a lot of things about me. ~ Serena Williams

My coach has said to me, "When you win a match or a tournament, you don't even think about it - the very next minute you're like". ~ Serena Williams

Now, remembering Daniel's blustering description of Grant's weekend companion, Justin controlled a grin. "Daniel mentioned you were bringing-an artist."
Grant recognized, as few would have, the gleam of humor in Justin's eyes. "I'm sure he did," he returned in the same conversational tone. "I haven't congratulated you yet on ensuring the continuity of the line."
"And saving the rest of us from the pressure to do so immediately," Shelby finished.
"Don't count on it," a smooth voice warned.
Gennie looked up to see a blond woman descending the steps, carrying a bundle in a blue blanket.
"Hello,Grant. It's nice to see you." Serena cradled her son in one arm as she leaned over to kiss Grant's cheek. "It was sweet of you to answer the royal summons. ~ Nora Roberts

People see me on the court only as a superhero, grunting and winning. They think you're a robot, and I'm not. ~ Serena Williams

It wasn't about the age-old battle of Arum versus Luxen. I wasn't fighting to feed or to work off aggression. I wasn't fighting because I was told or was obligated.
I was fighting for Serena.
She meant everything to me.
Knowing that, fully understanding what that mean, I was on a motherfucking warpath. ~ Jennifer L. Armentrout

Am I the greatest? I don't know. I'm the greatest that I can be. ~ Serena Williams

She must have been a soccer player or tennis or something 'cause she was definitely packing "the Serena. ~ G.L. Tomas

He was no longer a thing to me. That was the problem. I realized it that night, and the realization has stayed with me. It complicates. Serena ~ Margaret Atwood

Living a life of service to others is the most powerful sermon of all, don't you think? ~ Serena B. Miller

I didn't refuse often enough. ~ Henry James

You can't make someone a Soul Mate ... either they are or they're not.-Serena Jade author of Charismatic Connection: The Authentic Soul Mate Experience ~ Serena Jade

When we are young and don't cultivate a healthy lifestyle, we will grow-older and our bodies will reflect the neglect.-Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

The guy is the greatest male athletes of all time. ~ Serena Williams

He reached onto his hip for the new digital data phone Serena picked out for him yesterday. ~ Niobia Bryant

I always say if I play my best it's difficult to beat me ~ Serena Williams

Forbidden, but fun! ~ Serena Gilley

Tennis just a game, family is forever. ~ Serena Williams

There's nothing worse than having someone moping around feeling sorry for themselves, is there?"
"A damned nuisance," he agreed lightly as he drew her into the private car. "How much did you take me for in there?"
It took her a minute to realize he'd changed the subject. "Oh,I don't know-five,six hundred."
"I'll put breakfast on your tab," he said as the doors opened to his and Serena's suite. Her laugh pleased him as much as the hug she gave him.
"Just like a man," Serena stated as she came into the room. "Waltzing in with a beautiful woman at the crack of dawn while the wife stays home and changes the baby." She held a gurgling Mac over her shoulder.
Justin grinned at her. "Nothing worse than a jealous woman. ~ Nora Roberts

The interdependent couple is the new setting and their knowledge of Self is an ancient treasure.-Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

It won't matter if you turned cartwheels in bed for him and performed circusworthy stunts. ~ Serena Prince

When you travel so much, the best and most relaxing thing is to just sit on the couch and not move. ~ Serena Williams

I feel as a brand I'm here to be around for a long time. ~ Serena Williams

The red kind of symbolizes a lot of things I do in Africa, along with a lot of the work, like the red laces. Everybody that buys a pair can pretty much save a life in Africa. ~ Serena Williams

You look beautiful, Rena." Gently he laid a hand on the mound of her belly. His sister, he thought as wonder and pride mixed together. His baby sister. "I can't get used to it," he murmured.
Serena put her hand on his. "You don't have a great deal more time to get used to it." She felt the baby move under their joined hands and grinned as Alan's gaze dropped to them. "He or she is impatient to begin." Tilting her head, she studied Alan's face. "Dad's suddenly gotten it into his head there might be two...I wonder who might have planted that seed?"
His eyes smiled as he lifted them to his sister's. "It was purely a defensive maneuver."
"Mmm-hmm." Turning, she held out both hands. "You must be Shelby. I'm glad you could come."
Shelby felt the warmth, more carefres than Alan's, the welcome, less curious than Caine's. "So am I.I've been wanting to meet the woman who broke Alan's nose."
With a muffled chuckle, Serena jerked her head toward Caine. "It was supposed to be his." She narrowed her eyes a moment as Caine dipped his hands into his pockets and grinned. "It should have been his. Come on in and meet the rest of the family," she continued as she tucked her arm through Shelby's. "God,I hope Alan prepared you."
"In his own way."
"If you start to feel overwhelmed, just shoot me a look. These days all I have to do is sigh to distract Dad's attention for an hour and a half. ~ Nora Roberts

The narrow mind erects stubborn barriers," her mother had once told her. "But against those barriers, words are formidable weapons. ~ Brian Herbert

The Ego hungers for wholeness so, we want to own our lover as opposed to understanding, we need to become identified with their traits.-Author Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

Why did you lead me on for weeks only to tell me you didn't like me. Is that something you learned from Serena? ~ Cecily Von Ziegesar

I do want to look good still; I do want to be healthy. ~ Serena Williams

If I step on a scale, I won't eat for five months. ~ Serena Williams

Then maybe you'll help me convince Mr. MacGregor that I should paint his house."
"Just watch how you have to twist his arm," Serena said dryly. ~ Nora Roberts

Be not forgetful to entertain strangers; for thereby some have entertained angels unawares. ~ Serena B. Miller

When I was younger, I was always obsessed with nails. ~ Serena Williams

A solid foundation for us makes a great partner for someone else.-Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

I'm an unbelievable designer. ~ Serena Williams

Destiny knows no compromise, only consequences. ~ Eliza Serena Robinson

Not that she didn't love almost every boy she'd ever met, and not that every boy in the world didn't totally love her. It was impossible not to. But she wanted someone to love her and shower her with attention the way only a boy who was completely in love with her could. The rare sort of love. True love. The kind of love she'd never had. ~ Cecily Von Ziegesar

Never hit a man with a closed fist," he told her. He could feel her pulse.
"Why? Because it gives you an excuse to manhandle me?"
He let go. "Slap his face instead."
"Ha."
"It will make him take you less seriously, and then he won't be expecting it when you knee him in the groin. ~ Courtney Milan

I wanted to get really fit. I wanted to lose some weight. So I've been doing Pilates and yoga, trying to lean out my body so I won't be bulky. ~ Serena Williams

You have to believe in yourself when no one else does. ~ Serena Williams

Some people come into your life, not to stay, but to bring you to the path you were meant to be on. Ashe ~ Serena Pettus

Serena's not worried her friend is gonna feel bad she's not as good at tennis as Serena is. You know why? Because in order to be as good as Serena, you have to decide that your goal is that NO ONE is going to be as good as you are at tennis.
Then you have to make it true. ~ Shonda Rhimes

I've always enjoyed acting. When we were younger, my sisters and I would put on plays for our parents. ~ Serena Williams

I cannot live in fear of losing him, for fear of not living my life at all. ~ Serena Valentino

Serena Smith," he began gravely. "From this heartbeat until my last, I share your blood and bone, joy and grief. No words or acts could make me turn from you. You are my pack, my kin, my home." - AKOE ~ S.B. Nova

In the sexual meditation, the boundaries interlock for the moment. However, outside the bedroom the boundaries must stay separate.-Author Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

The words wounded deeper than the bruises and the scars from any physical pain he inflicted on me. At least those wounds healed. ~ Serena Valentino

Are you looking to steal someone's Heart? Then you're on a quest to capture someone's interest! But, True Lovers have been given a gift, their invisible bond penetrates their Heart to pound together! -Author Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

There's always another record, then there's always another person to catch up with or to pass. ~ Serena Williams

The End is the Beginning is the End ~ Serena Ryder

I admire Serena Williams, because, I mean, who doesn't admire Serena Williams? ~ Johanna Konta

Hi,Grandpa."
He reddened at that and struggled with the pleasure the title gave him. "So you decided to give me a moment of your time."
"I felt duty bound to pay my respects to the newest MacGregor first."
As if on cue,Justin strode over to arrange Mac in the crook of Daniel's arm. Gennie watched the fierce giant turn into a marshmellow. "There's a laddie," he crooned, holding out his glass to Shelby,then chucking the baby under the chin. When the baby grabbed his thick finger,he preened like a rooster. "Strong as an ox." He grinned foolishly at the room in general, then zeroed in on Grant. "Well, Campbell, so you've come. You see here," he began, jiggling the baby, "why the MacGregor's could never be conquered. Strong stock."
"Good blood," Serena murmured, taking the baby from the proud grandfather. ~ Nora Roberts

All my life I'd woken up to tennis, tennis, tennis. Even if I don't go to practise, I'm thinking about it all day. ~ Serena Williams

He shook his head. No games, Serena. That isn't what this is about. If you want games of cat and mouse, disobedient slave to punishing master, you're better off with someone else. As much as this is a fantasy and not your reality, in the time you're with me, it will be real. In all ways. ~ Maya Banks

I smiled then - a big, toothy idiotic smile - and Serena didn't see it. Her eyes were closed, which was good, because I was turning into one big vagina. ~ Jennifer L. Armentrout

Sure, I've been on the Tube ... I caught it to Eastbourne once. ~ Serena Williams

Of all wines, Champagne is the one that is the anytime drink, the panacea for all ills, the best bottle for any occasion and absolutely the only solution when there is something to celebrate. ~ Serena Sutcliffe

And this,' Ivan said to the children gathered around, 'is who we are, and this is what we do. Our family serves the Lord
no matter what comes
and when He answers our prayers, no matter how he answers them
we give him praise. ~ Serena B. Miller

I was having an out-of-body experience, it was so hot. I felt I was watching someone play in a blue dress, and it wasn't me. ~ Serena Williams

It's a corset design making me look very, very slim and trim. I call it a corset dress. Very Hollywood glamour with the silk. ~ Serena Williams

I'm so frugal, you wouldn't believe it. ~ Serena Williams

I'm not gonna lie, I love Usain Bolt and Serena Williams. What I love about Serena is that she just gets on the floor and she dominates. She handles her business very well, I respect that. ~ Gabby Douglas

Soul Mates and Twin Flames are not profane, they are a spiritual gift for each other to further their oneness with their soul, and the divine. ~ Serena Jade

Magic Mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all? ~ Serena Valentino

I've always made some legendary comebacks since 1998 when it first started. So that's kind of just been my MO for my whole career. ~ Serena Williams

I am lucky that whatever fear I have inside me, my desire to win is always stronger. ~ Serena Williams

My mom taught me how to sew when I was super young; I used to make clothes for my dolls. When I finally went to [fashion design] school [in 1999], I really took to pattern making. Everyone in class was good at something; I was the person, if you need help with your patterns, you come to me and I would help you out. ~ Serena Williams

Self-Knowledge is the Jewel of all Knowledge.-Serena Jade ~ Serena Jade

What can I say? Some women are killers. ~ Alyson Serena Stone

I can't become satisfied, because if I get satisfied, I'll be like, "Oh, I've won Wimbledon, I've won the U.S. Open. Now can I relax." But now people are really going to be fighting to beat me. ~ Serena Williams

It's always good to be recognized, you know, for sport. I think being up there with Venus and Serena, I think, that's awesome. I'm excited. I'm happy that I am improving and getting better, and that I can be here. ~ Sloane Stephens

It's as if I've stepped off the edge of a cliff, and even though my heart's in my mouth and my stomach is in knots, I'm the most excited I've ever been in my life. I'm totally enthralled by him. I want him, every part of him, and I desperately want him to feel the same way about me. ~ Serena Grey

Serena had to cross her legs: in moments of dire amusement her bladder tended to play tricks. ~ A.P.

Hold serve,Hold serve,Hold serve. Focus,Focus,Focus. Be confident,Be confident,Be confident. Hold serve. Hold,Hold,Hold. Move Up, Attack, Kill. Smile. Hold!!! ~ Serena Williams

Comfort swelled and filled me. I knew you, Rynnaia E'veri, before you were conceived and you are known by me still. You are here by my appointment and none other. Are you ready, now, to know me?

Was I ready to know him? In the library he had shocked me with the forceful heat of his presence, but having gained my attention, he now romanced me with beauty and the gentle warmth of comfort in order to win my heart. Was I ready to know him? ~ Serena Chase

It's a lot of bling to play with. You got to have the bling. ~ Serena Williams

For the younger sisters, we always look up to the older sisters because they're always ahead of us and they always win. ~ Serena Williams