Quote by Nathaniel Hawthorne
The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable t

The only sensible ends of literature are, first, the pleasurable toil of writing second, the gratification of ones family and friends and lastly, the solid cash. – Nathaniel Hawthorne

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It contributes greatly towards a mans moral and intellectual health, to be brought into habits of companionship with individuals unlike himself, who care little for his pursuits, and whose sphere and abilities he must go out of himself to appreciate. – Nathaniel Hawthorne

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If you have issues with family, friends, and people at work, try and solve these issues head on so you can move on and concentrate on having the life you want. Think about what you can do so that you are happy with yourself – for instance, eating right to feel great and energetic. – Heidi Klum

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Ive been to all 50 states, and traveled this whole country, and 90 percent of the people are good folks. The rest of them take after the other side of the family. – Jeff Foxworthy

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I always loved family holidays, and I had this vision and dream as a little girl of having a big family of my own. – Brooke Burke

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Because I didnt have brothers, I was always interested in the kids down the street that had four brothers in their family, so I became one of them – but it was not my family. – Gus Van Sant

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The most important of my discoveries have been suggested to me by my failures. – Humphry Davy

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