Quote by Oscar Wilde
There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one

There are only two tragedies in life: one is not getting what one wants, and the other is getting it. – Oscar Wilde

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Romance should never begin with sentiment. It should begin with science and end with a settlement. – Oscar Wilde

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There is luxury in self-reproach…. When we blame ourselves we feel no one else has a right to blame us. – Oscar Wilde

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Life is tough, but its tougher when youre stupid. – John Wayne

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