Who said "Dear God, make me a bird so I can fly far far away from here."?

This quote is attributed to Forrest Gump.

Dear God, make me a bird so I can fly far far away from here... - Forrest Gump

"Dear God, make me a bird so I can fly far far away from here."

Forrest Gump Hope

"Life is like a box of chocolates, you never know what you're gonna get."

"My mama always said you've got to put the past behind ya before you can move on."

"I'm not a smart man, but I know what love is."

"Stupid is as stupid does."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Hope is what gets us through difficult times."

"I'm not your enemy, kid. I'm trying to save you."

"Redemption is a long road."