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He that has never known adversity is but half acquainted with others, or with himself.

Charles Caleb Colton

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Charles Caleb Colton
Died: 1832
Died: January 1
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When you have nothing to say, say nothing a weak defense strengthens your opponent, and silence is less injurious than a bad reply.
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