The legendary Dolly Parton shares her heartfelt hopes and dreams for everyone. Expanding on the popular commencement speech Dolly Parton gave at the University of Tennessee, Dream More is a deeper and richer exploration of the personal philosophy she has forged over the course of her astonishing career as a singer, songwriter, performer, and philanthropist. Dolly elaborates on the four great hopes she wants us all to embrace: Dream more, Learn more, Care more, and Be more. She offers examples from her own life, from her childhood in the hills of eastern Tennessee to her life as the iconic performer she is today. From one of the legends of our time, Dream More is an honest, funny, and uplifting anthem for all who want to take charge of their lives and forge a future on their own terms.
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Remembering Dolly
Published by Ashly Moore Sheldon • August 27, 2026
Legendary country singer Dolly Parton passed away this week at the age of 80. Beyond her iconic career as a singer-songwriter, Parton was an author, actress, businesswoman, and philanthropist. She was known for her endless positivity and her crackling wit. The world will miss her. And so will we.
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