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" A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles. "
William Hazlitt
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" The soul of a journey is liberty, perfect liberty, to think, feel, do just as one pleases. "
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" A grave blockhead should always go about with a lively one - they show one another off to the best advantage. "
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" I like a friend the better for having faults that one can talk about. "
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