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It is in vain to hope to please all alike. Let a man stand with hi

It is in vain to hope to please all alike. Let a man stand with his face in what direction he will, he must necessarily turn his back on one half of the world. – George Dennison Prentice

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Thats the way both they and I travel sometimes. Pick road at random, and when its time to pull over, you pull over and hope you can find a place to crash. – Jello Biafra

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Someday I hope to write a book where the royalties will pay for the copies I give away. – Clarence Darrow

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Families are the tie that reminds us of yesterday, provide strength and support today, and give us hope for tomorrow. No government, no matter how well-intentioned, or well-managed, can provide what our families provide. – Bill Owens

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