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“I have no more than twenty acres of ground,” he replied, “the whole of which I cultivate myself with the help of my children; and our labor keeps off from us the three great evils – boredom, vice, and want.” – Voltaire

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Weve no use for intellectuals in this outfit. What we need is chimpanzees. Let me give you a word of advice: never say a word to us about being intelligent. We will think for you, my friend. Dont forget it. – Louis-Ferdinand Celine

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Sweat cleanses from the inside. It comes from places a shower will never reach. – George Sheehan

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