Marriage is the torment of one, the felicity of two, the strife and enmity of three.

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Small minds are subdued by misfortunes, greater minds overcome them.

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There is never jealousy where there is not strong regard.

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He who would greatly deserve must greatly dare.

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The easiest thing to do, whenever you fail, is to put yourself down by blaming your lack of ability for your misfortunes.

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Honest good humor is the oil and wine of a merry meeting, and there is no jovial companionship equal to that where the jokes are rather small and laughter abundant.

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There is a sacredness in tears. They are not the mark of weakness, but of power.

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He that drinks beer, thinks beer.

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There is a serene and settled majesty to woodland scenery that enters into the soul and delights and elevates it, and fills it with noble inclinations.

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A barking dog is often more useful than a sleeping lion.

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