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Quote by Elbert Hubbard
A retentive memory may be a good thing, but the ability to forget

A retentive memory may be a good thing, but the ability to forget is the true token of greatness. – Elbert Hubbard

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The mintage of wisdom is to know that rest is rust, and that real life is in love, laughter, and work. – Elbert Hubbard

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