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Quote by Robert Herrick
If a little labor, little are our gains. Mans fortunes are accordi

If a little labor, little are our gains. Mans fortunes are according to his pains. – Robert Herrick

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And with our broth, and bread, and bits, sir friend,
Youve fared well : pray make an end ;
Two days youve larded here ; a third, ye know,
Makes guests and fish smell strong ; pray go – Robert Herrick

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