Speech was given to the ordinary sort of men, whereby to communicate their mind But to wise men, whereby to conceal it.
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We are recommending that every family have a family plan. The more informed and prepared people are by having a family plan, they do better. You know what to expect.Robert South
A pandemic by definition is everywhere. You can't expect Uncle Sam to come in and help. It won't be like a hurricane. Every community will have to fend for themselves. There is no cavalry.
Robert South
It is the work of fancy to enlarge, but of judgment to shorten and contract and therefore this must be as far above the other as judgment is a greater and nobler faculty than fancy or imagination.
Robert South
Similes prove nothing, but yet greatly lighten and relieve the tedium of argument.
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Deeds always overbalance and downright practice speaks more plainly than the fairest profession.
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Loquacity storms the ear, but modesty takes the heart
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