In conversation, father can do many wondrous things; he’s built upon a wiser plan than presidents or kings.

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"Christmas is the one day of the year that carries real hope and promise for all mankind. It carries the torch of brotherhood. It is the one day in the year when most of us grow big of heart and broad of mind."

- Edgar Guest

Hope

"A man is at his finest towards the finish of the year; He is almost what he should be when the Christmas season is here; Then he's thinking more of others than he's thought the months before, And the laughter of his children is a joy worth toiling for."

- Edgar Guest

Reflection

"At Christmas, a man is at his finest towards the finish of the year; He is almost what he should be when the Christmas season’s here; Then he’s thinking more of others than he’s thought the months before, And the laughter of his children is a joy worth toiling for. He is less a selfish creature than at any other time; When the Christmas spirit rules him he comes close to the sublime."

- Edgar Guest

Family

"Spring's greatest joy beyond a doubt is when it brings the children out."

- Edgar Guest

Joy

"Spring’s greatest joy beyond a doubt is when it brings the children out."

- Edgar Guest

Joy

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"It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent."

- Charlie Munger

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"So be careful to live your life wisely, not foolishly."

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"In old age is wisdom; understanding in a long life."

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"Keep your friends close, your enemies closer and receipts for all major purchases."

- Bridger Winegar

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"Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."

- Zimbabwean Proverb

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